The Anxious Generation: by Jonathan Haidt

Dear Book Lovers,

In our next book club meeting, we will be discussing the thought-provoking book, "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness" by Jonathan Haidt. This compelling read delves into the profound changes in childhood and their impact on mental health.

Alarmed by the rates of anxiety and depression in adolescents, social psychologist Jonathan Haidt wrote The Anxious Generation. The book explores these growing phenomena and attributes them to the transition from a play-based childhood to a phone-based childhood.

One of the central arguments of The Anxious Generation is that young people today are struggling with unprecedented levels of anxiety, and Haidt attributes much of this to environmental changes—particularly the rise of social media, the erosion of unstructured play, and the hyper-focus on safety and risk aversion.

Join us for an engaging discussion as we explore the insights and implications presented by Haidt. Whether you have read the book or are just curious about the topic, your presence and perspectives will enrich our conversation.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Warm regards,