• Exploring Hikikomori: Social Withdrawal and the Need for Connection in Japan with Naomi Berman

  • Jun 20 2024
  • Length: 49 mins
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Exploring Hikikomori: Social Withdrawal and the Need for Connection in Japan with Naomi Berman

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  • How do individuals suffering from social isolation cope?

    In Japan, there is a sociological phenomenon known as hikikomori, where individuals shut themselves in their rooms, avoiding any form of social interaction. Despite its prevalence, this issue has not received much attention.

    In this episode of the Ikigai Podcast, Nick talks with Naomi Berman about the causes and effects of hikikomori in Japanese society.
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