According to recent discussions surrounding the impact of technology on youth, Jonathan Haidt’s bestselling book The Anxious Generation highlights the detrimental effects of smartphones and social media on mental health, leading to the characterization of today’s youth as an “anxious generation.”
However, an analysis of the data suggests a different narrative. The complexities surrounding the rise in anxiety among young individuals indicate that the causes are not solely linked to technology. In fact, it appears that parents may be the ones experiencing heightened anxiety regarding their children’s use of phones and modern technology, rather than the youth themselves.
Current conversations about this issue are shifting towards understanding the broader implications and dynamics at play.
