The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 1699 - How The West Turned Kids Suicidal
Mar 30, 2023
The podcast delves into the alarming rise in youth suicide rates, attributing it to various societal factors, including social media's detrimental impact. It discusses the decline of family and community values, emphasizing the need for stronger connections to combat isolation. Concerns about fading social structures and the influence of AI on mental health and job markets are also highlighted. Additionally, the conversation shifts to societal battles over critical issues like race and gender, critiquing how elites engage with these complex challenges.
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Societal Breakdown and Suicide
- Societal breakdown, not intolerance, drives suicidal ideation.
- Loss of meaning in institutions like family, religion, and community correlates with rising suicidal tendencies.
The Downside of Individualism
- Exaggerated individualism creates a sense of unmooring and depression.
- Shared sadness becomes a point of connection for isolated individuals, leading to social contagions.
Declining American Values
- Traditional American values like patriotism, religion, and family are declining.
- This decline correlates with a rise in importance placed on money and a decrease in having children.
