Is handwriting on the endangered skills list? For thousands of years, writing has been at the heart of how humans share knowledge, tell stories, and pass down culture. Yet today, an emerging trend among Gen Z suggests we might be witnessing a dramatic shift in how the newest generations will use—or abandon—this age-old skill.
A Disappearing Art Among Gen Z
Generation Z, those born between the late 1990s and early 2010s, are at the center of this new phenomenon. According to recent studies from the University of Stavanger, around 40% of Gen Z is losing their ability to communicate through handwriting. That’s a skill humans have relied on for nearly 5,500 years. This raises significant questions about how our ability to communicate is evolving—and perhaps, unraveling a little in the process.
From Pen and Paper to Keyboard and Screen
Digital technology has steadily transformed how we connect, making handwriting
...Keep reading this article on Talk Android.
