In a world where websites such as Facebook and Twitter have made it easier than ever to communicate with friends and family, a new study has shown that social media technology may actually cause users to experience increased feelings of isolation and loneliness.

Research carried out by the University of Michigan involved a survey of 82 people over a two-week period. Participants were asked about their Facebook usage, their levels of face-to-face interaction and their feelings of well-being. The results showed that the more time