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Are the Kids Alright? EPISODE 2: Smartphones, Social Media, and Loneliness with Jean Twenge
Nov 3, 2023
Jean Twenge, an expert on the impact of technology on younger generations, discusses the surge in depression and loneliness among Gen Z. They explore the connection between smartphones, social media, and mental health issues in teens. The podcast also addresses the potential positive aspects of technology and the need for curating content and apps for young people in a digital environment.
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- Jean Twenge argues that smartphones are the likely cause behind the sudden increase in mental health issues among teens after 2012.
- The decrease in face-to-face interaction among Gen Z is linked to increased loneliness and depression.
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The impact of technology on Gen Z's mental health
The podcast explores the rise in depression, anxiety, and loneliness among Gen Z and their relationship with technology. The speaker discusses how the increase in teens feeling lonely coincided with the rise of smartphone usage. The controversial connection between technology and mental health challenges is explored, as well as the pushback against acknowledging this link. The negative impact of social media, such as social comparison and body image issues, is discussed. The dramatic increase in mental health challenges, including self-harm and suicide, is highlighted.
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