Jonathan Haidt
How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness
The Anxious Generation is a compelling, data-backed investigation into how the rise of smartphones and social media has fundamentally “rewired” childhood, triggering a global mental health crisis among today’s youth. Highlighting the radical transformation—from one based in play, exploration, and real-world interaction to one dominated by screens, virtual approval, and isolation that is causing anxiety, depression, and self-harm among teenagers.
In this KitUP, you will learn :
- How childhood has fundamentally changed since 2010 and why.
- The neurological and emotional costs of excessive screen time.
- Why girls are suffering more than boys and what to do about it.
- How can we collectively build a healthier environment for future generations.
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