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282: Jonathan Haidt: The making of an anxious generation

The Brendan O'Neill Show

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Redefining Parenthood and Navigating Tech Impact on Children's Development

This chapter delves into the evolving landscape of parenting styles and their impact on children's play, emphasizing the importance of setting limits and boundaries for healthy development. It also explores the shift in safety concerns from real-world to virtual threats and discusses the influence of parental backgrounds on children's mental well-being. Additionally, the narrative touches on the tech revolution's effects, from the initial optimism to the growing awareness of its negative consequences on younger generations' mental health and skills.

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