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Disconnected: Life in a Disruptive Digital Age

Fareed Zakaria GPS

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Digital Isolation: The Impact on Boys

This chapter examines the negative effects of digital technology and social media on boys, noting a withdrawal from real-world interactions since the 70s and 80s. It highlights addictive behaviors fueled by technology, the implications of artificial intelligence, and a growing disparity in academic outcomes compared to girls. The discussion includes alarming trends in teenage loneliness and the decline in social cohesion, exploring historical parallels and potential solutions for contemporary issues.

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