Generational Impact: Phones Shape Minds Differently

The rise of smartphones is reshaping the mental health landscape across generations, sparking significant discourse on their effects. 'The Anxious Generation' articulates concerns about adolescent mental illness linked to phone usage. While teens may be experiencing acute mental health challenges, older generations, particularly boomers, exhibit their struggles through political extremism. The implications of phone usage manifest distinctively across ages, indicating that developmental brain differences influence the mental health outcomes associated with technology.