I always hope that a new user will not try to become a people pleaser on here, and be vocal and strong about their own beliefs, and tell others off when they need to be told. Alternative opinions, along with the ability to debate them is what makes a site good. Echo chambers and people pleasing (I’m not talking about disrespecting others here) are never good things in my opinion.
Maybe I would be considered a newer user on here, but it was my intention to give some things related to the paranormal, theism and some potential alternative treatments at least some say. Conservativism and religion get some representation on here, unlike the topics that I try to concentrate on. There are many people who can debate some of my issues much better than I, but they typically don’t get involved with Q & A sites like this.
I’m not sure if the userbase has changed that much, though certain users have left, to only be replaced by others with similar stances on most topics anyways.