13min chapter

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This is your kid on smartphones

The Gray Area with Sean Illing

CHAPTER

The Social Impact of Smartphones and Technology

The chapter discusses the negative effects of smartphones and technology on social interactions, highlighting a decline in genuine human connections and increasing isolation. It explores concerns about the impact on social skills, emotional well-being, and communication abilities, particularly in children. The conversation also touches on the skepticism regarding the increase in reported cases of anxiety and depression, discussing potential links to social media use and the amplification of existing mental health issues.

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