In addition, we need to think connection to the whole of humanity, to animals, the earth. This is the spiritual component. We are inextricably connected with each other. The usual answer is that the Internet fosters isolation because we sit alone, pecking at our computers. But I believe Internet connections are of value, especially if someone hasn't had any connection, which is often true for many people who communicate on the Internet.
People can meet each other, making friends.
They go to a chat room and make friends. I think we need to touch. We on WebMD have communities, too. There's data that says people who have pets live longer. A connection with another person over whatever force there is is better than nothing.