London Real JONATHAN HAIDT - CODDLING THE AMERICAN MIND: How We Raise A Generation To Fail
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Oct 20, 2019 Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist, discusses overprotective parenting, fragility of kids, hive psychology, impact of fear on society, democracy challenges due to social media, promoting independence in children, psychedelic experiences, evidence-based solutions for complex problems, personal growth and resilience, and advice for navigating a changing world
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Generational Mental Health Shift
- Gen Z, born after 1996, experiences higher rates of anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide compared to Millennials.
- This shift correlates with increased social media use during formative years, impacting socialization and mental health.
Gendered Impact of Social Media
- Girls experience negative social media effects more intensely due to relational aggression, social comparison, and validation seeking.
- Boys, while also affected, tend to engage differently, focusing on activities like video games.
Latchkey Kid vs. Bulldozer Parent
- Brian Rose describes being a latchkey kid, navigating public transport and unsupervised time at a young age.
- Haidt contrasts this with modern overprotective parenting styles, highlighting the decreased independence of Gen Z.