The chapter explores the significant increase in major depressive episodes among girls, attributing it to factors like smartphones, Instagram, and TikTok. It discusses the debate around banning TikTok due to national security risks from Chinese ownership and the potential data privacy concerns. Furthermore, it delves into the impact of social media on silencing opposing views and the challenges posed by bots in manipulating online narratives.
Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist, professor, and author. His latest book, "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness," will be available March 26.
www.jonathanhaidt.com
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