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The Anxious Generation w/ Jonathan Haidt

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The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health

Dr. Jonathan Haidt explores the influence of smartphones and social media on adolescent mental health, emphasizing a rising mental health crisis among young girls. The conversation delves into research supporting these claims and the broader implications of a digital-centric childhood experience. The chapter also touches on the limitations of correlational studies in understanding the nuanced relationship between social media use and mental health issues.

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