Brits are losing touch with the people who mean most to them

Despite the average adult having HUNDREDS of online “friends” – busy Brits are losing touch with the people who mean most to them, according to a new study.

Researchers carried out a nationwide study into our friendships and families and revealed modern life is taking its toll on our most important relationships, with over half of Brits having not seen their closest school friends in over three years.

More worryingly, over a quarter have not seen their grandparents in more than two years, while a staggering 40 percent have not visited their OWN sibling in over 1.5 years.

However, one in five adults complain that they miss their friends and family dearly, while 45 percent say they need to make more of an effort to see the people who mean most to them.

But 16 percent haven’t seen their very best friend in more than 12 months, with the typical adult now living 71 miles from their oldest friend and 57 miles away from their parents.

And when it comes to excuses for not keeping up with friends and family, 62 percent say they are just too busy and stressed to make time for the people who mean the most to them.