This is your kid on smartphones
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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The Digital Dilemma: Mental Health in the Age of Screens
This chapter examines the alarming rise of mental health issues among children and adolescents, particularly focusing on the impact of smartphones and social media. It highlights the intense increase in anxiety and depression rates since 2012, disproportionately affecting young girls, and discusses the implications of reduced face-to-face interactions. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents and society to recognize and address the mental health crisis exacerbated by digital distractions.
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