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133: A Conversation with U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy

Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens

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Addressing the Mental Health Crisis in America

The chapter discusses the importance of addressing the mental health crisis in America, highlighting the impact of social media on youth mental health and the epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The speaker emphasizes that our ability to address urgent challenges and come together as a society is hindered when we are struggling with mental health issues. They explain that loneliness and social disconnection have profound consequences for mental and physical health, equating the health risks to that of smoking and obesity.

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