Kohtaekaotuse
Kohtaekaotuse is a term encountered in contemporary sociological and urban studies discussions to describe a decline in face-to-face social encounters within everyday life. In common usage it is presented as a phenomenon where opportunities for spontaneous or routine in-person interactions diminish, with potential knock-on effects on community cohesion and social well-being. The word is treated as a neologism that roughly translates to “loss of encounters” in Estonian-influenced discourse, rather than as a formally codified concept in established taxonomies.
Scope and characteristics. The concept is typically applied to urban and semi-urban contexts, including workplaces, public
Methodology. Measurement relies on mixed methods: time-use diaries, social interaction surveys, mobility data, and analyses of
Implications and debate. Proponents argue that giảm in direct encounters can affect social capital, mental health,