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Good Inside with Dr. Becky
The Anxious Generation with Jonathan Haidt
Mar 26, 2024
Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt joins Dr. Becky to discuss the impact of phones, social media, and the decline of play on kids' mental health. They explore the surge in mental health issues, challenges of modern technology on childhood development, and societal shifts in parenting norms.
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- Smartphones and social media impacted childhood drastically from 2010 to 2015, leading to a 'great rewiring' of experiences.
- Traditional play is essential for cognitive and social skills development in children, contrasting with screen-based activities.
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The Great Rewiring of Childhood and Its Impact
Between 2010 and 2015, childhood underwent a rapid transformation due to the surge of smartphones and social media. With the majority of teens owning smartphones by 2015, childhood experiences fundamentally changed. This period, termed the 'great rewiring,' witnessed a shift from traditional childhood activities to screen-centric interactions, altering sleep patterns, social interactions, and time spent on essential childhood experiences like play and family time.
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