Sherry Turkle was influential in discussions about privacy in the digital age. As a sociologist and psychologist, she explored the impact of technology on human relationships and self-identity. Turkle argued that the increasing presence of digital communication compromises privacy and alters interpersonal dynamics. Her work encourages critical analysis of how digital interactions affect personal privacy, relationships, and the social fabric of society. Through her advocacy, she has become a leading voice in the discourse around technology's ethical considerations.