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Is ghosting easier for everyone?

06th - 13th June 2025

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47135

Total votes

11252

5-11 votes

35883

11-16+ votes

Young people were discussing the concept of “ghosting” for this VoteTopic and how it can be as prevalent in a person’s professional life as their personal life. They considered different workplace scenarios and the best ways to respond in each. Primary pupils also explored the concept of “ghosting”, however they looked at how it can be used to end or pause friendships and the feelings that accompany it for both parties. They spoke about change as a whole and how they manage changing relationships.

Secondary, College and 16+ students discussed, "Is ghosting easier for everyone?", while Primary 5-11 voters considered, "Is it easy when friendships change?"

47,135 young people responded to this VoteTopic.

child

Age 5-11 voter

Sometimes people can feel emotional and that's normal, especially if they are being unkind [...] It's not easy, because you can't erase the memories you've made with those friends.

teenager

Age 11-16 voter

Sometimes ghosting someone is easier than causing an argument and dealing with the consequences.

student

Age 16+ voter

It harms both parties and their feelings. It may end up being difficult for them to let go. It will be alot easier to communicate and explain why things may not be progressing so both can let go easily.

72% of 5-11-year olds said they find it difficult when friendships change.

  • 5-11-year olds discussed the question, "Is it easy when friendships change?" and 72% voted 'No'.
  • Many shared their experiences and said they found it lonely and upsetting when their friend pulled away from them.
69% of Secondary students thought that ghosting wasn't easier for everyone.

  • Secondary and College voters were discussing the question, "Is ghosting easier for everyone?" and 69% voted 'No'.
  • They discussed ghosting in a professional and personal context.
Many compared the struggles men and women face to explain their decision.

  • Most young people favoured communication over ghosting, as they thought it was both kinder and better for everyone involved.
  • Some thought there were specific circumstances where ghosting was acceptable, such as at times when the other person won't listen to your communication attempts.
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