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Jonathan Haidt: Should we be worried about children having smartphones?
May 5, 2024
Jonathan Haidt, a social psychologist, discusses the effects of smartphones and social media on children's mental health. Topics include campus protests driven by social media, the impact on well-being, and the need for research and regulatory measures for a healthier digital experience.
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- Criticism of intimidation over persuasion in political protests on campuses.
- Concerns about societal polarization fueled by social media and extremist narratives.
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Concerns about Intellectual Diversity on American Campuses
The podcast episode discusses the concerns raised by academic psychologist Jonathan Hight regarding the lack of intellectual diversity, curiosity, and open-mindedness on American university campuses. Highlighting the shift towards intimidation over persuasion in political protests since 2015, Hight emphasizes the negative impact of social media on fostering a climate of fear and hostility towards differing viewpoints. He criticizes the trend of shout-downs and intimidation tactics used to silence opposing voices on campuses, advocating for the importance of free expression and intellectual exploration.
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