A Bit of Optimism The Anxious Generation with social psychologist Jonathan Haidt
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Mar 26, 2024 
Jonathan Haidt, a social psychologist and NYU professor, explores the alarming rise of anxiety and depression among Gen Z in his latest insights. He attributes much of this mental health crisis to the omnipresence of smartphones and social media, which have dramatically altered childhood experiences. Haidt offers hope, suggesting effective strategies for parents to combat these challenges, like delaying access to technology. He also discusses the importance of fostering direct interactions and resilient habits in our digitally-driven world.
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Gen Z Mental Health
- Gen Z's mental health crisis is linked to growing up with smartphones and social media.
- This combination creates unique challenges for this generation.
Delay Smartphones and Social Media
- Delay giving children smartphones and social media until high school.
- Encourage real-world interaction and unsupervised activities.
Flip Phones Over Smartphones
- Consider giving children flip phones instead of smartphones.
- Flip phones limit online interaction and encourage direct communication.
