This is more an attack on the nature of social networks than an attack on Facebook. Friendster had the same problems (particularly the loneliness bit - because

This is more an attack on the nature of social networks than an attack on Facebook. Friendster had the same problems (particularly the loneliness bit - because you visit friend profiles filled with happysmiley party pictures and so feel rather left out) and on that I have to agree. I must note, however, that much of what the writer talks about really only applies to teenagers. Metrics like popularity (measured by friendcounts) are meaningless when you're older.