The Anxious Generation

The Anxious Generation dives into the dramatic shift in childhood sparked by smartphones, selfies, and social media—turning growing up into a mental health minefield. Bestselling author Jonathan Haidt explores how overprotection in real life clashed with the wild online world, leading to sleep loss, social withdrawal, and addiction. With playful insight, he breaks down how these changes uniquely affect boys and girls, then serves up science-backed tips for parents, schools, and teens to navigate this digital maze toward healthier, stronger lives.