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Understanding the Impact of Technology and Society on Young Minds: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

In this powerful episode of the Curious Katie O Podcast, host Katie O takes a deep dive into Jonathan Haidt's groundbreaking book, The Anxious Generation. With insights drawn from research, personal anecdotes, and a memorable meeting with the author himself, Katie O explores the key reasons behind the rising anxiety levels in young people—and what we can do to help.

Here are the five major takeaways from the episode:

  1. The Role of Social Media in Rising Anxiety: Discover how social media, starting around 2012, has become a "social comparison engine," fueling anxiety and insecurity in teens. Katie shares tips for setting healthy boundaries with tech.
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