Ben Halpert

Jonathan Haidt, a social psychologist, explores the detrimental effects of smartphones on children’s mental health, linking excessive usage to anxiety and depression. Johann Hari discusses focus issues, suggesting that constant phone interruptions contribute to cognitive decline. Ben Halpert advocates for online safety education, while Hannah Ortele pushes for delayed smartphone adoption to enhance childhood development. The conversation challenges parents to rethink their approaches and consider healthier technology relationships for their kids.