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Mentioned in 27 episodes

iGen

Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy—and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood

Book • 2017

Author

Jean Twenge

In 'iGen,' Jean Twenge analyzes the cultural changes affecting today's teens and young adults, born after 1995, who are the first generation to spend their entire adolescence in the age of smartphones.

The book draws from nationally representative surveys and in-depth interviews to document how technology has influenced their socialization, mental health, attitudes toward religion, sexuality, and politics.

Twenge argues that this generation is distinct due to their extensive use of technology, which has led to increased levels of anxiety, depression, and loneliness, as well as changes in their developmental pace and social interactions.

The book is divided into chapters that explore various themes, including the impact of internet use, changes in social behaviors, mental health crises, and shifts in religious and political attitudes.

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Mentioned in 27 episodes

Mentioned by

Chris Williamson

and

Jonathan Haidt

when discussing the decline in reading for pleasure among Gen Z.

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#766 - Jonathan Haidt - The Hidden Dangers Of Social Media On Mental Health

Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

in relation to research on iGen.

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#291 – Jonathan Haidt: The Case Against Social Media

Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

as the first person to call attention to the correlation between smartphones and mental health issues.

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556. How Social Media Is Wrecking Kids' Lives and Stealing Their Childhood | Jonathan Haidt

Mentioned by

Robert Barron

when talking about screen time and depression.

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Bishop Barron on the New Pope, the Foolishness of Atheism, and Why Young Men Are Turning to Christ

Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

as an author whose work explores generational differences and the impact of technology on young people.

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Is Social Media Really Ruining Our Lives… Or Is It Something Else? (ft. Jonathan Haidt)

Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

as a source documenting the rise in depression and anxiety among young people.

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#61 Jonathan Haidt: When Good Intentions Go Bad

Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as the author of the book, discussing its content and implications.

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303. iGen: Narcissism and Neuroticism | Dr. Jean Twenge

Mentioned by the podcast hosts when discussing the impact of technology on children's development.

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2575: Raising Resilient Children With Jen Cohen

Mentioned by

Sonja Lyubomirsky

, referencing data on generational differences in social behavior and screen time.

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Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

as the book that first diagnosed the dangers of screen time in 2017.

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Mentioned by

Cal Newport

while discussing the impact of social media on teenagers, referencing her research on generational trends and anxiety.

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Ep. 132: LISTENER CALLS: Managing Non-Work Tasks

Mentioned by

Cal Newport

, referring to Jean Twenge's book making the argument that the iGen generation is having off-the-charts mental health issues.

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Scrolling Ourselves Sick: The Hidden Cost of Constant Connection

Mentioned by

Ginny Yurich

as one of her favorite books about the internet generation.

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Mentioned by

Tom Chivers

as the author of iGen, a book exploring generational differences and the impact of smartphones.

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Episode 61: Conflict of interest

Mentioned by

Mark Hyman

as a book highlighting the mental health crisis among iGen, the first generation to grow up with smartphones.

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How To Reduce Loneliness, Depression, And Distraction By Adapting Our Relationship To Social Media

Mentioned by

Jonathan Haidt

as a book highlighting correlations between heavy social media use and depression and anxiety.

How to Protect Your Child's Mental Health from the Dangers of Social Media | Jonathan Haidt

Mentioned by

Sal DiStefano

while discussing the decline in Christianity in America.

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Mentionné par

Richard Poulin

comme un livre qui explore les changements abrupts chez les jeunes depuis l'arrivée des téléphones intelligents.

Le croyant face à son téléphone intelligent

Mentioned by

Sean McDowell

referencing her book on iGen and its discussion of declining youth romance.

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Mentioned by

Collin Hansen

in the context of discussing the impact of smartphones on younger generations.

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