The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness

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In The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness, Jonathan Haidt examines how the rapid integration of digital technology into children’s lives has contributed to a rise in mental health issues among Generation Z, particularly focusing on how smartphones and social media impact childhood development, reduce face-to-face interactions, and increase risks of anxiety, depression, and social isolation. The book discusses challenging topics including anxiety, depression, cyberbullying, and digital addiction.