Jonathan Haidt (2024) - The Anxious Generation and Digital Life

This recap episode features an extensive conversation between Joe Rogan and Jonathan Haidt focusing on the mental health crisis among young people, which Haidt attributes primarily to the widespread use of smartphones and social media. Haidt outlines four core norms he proposes to address this issue: no smartphones before high school, no social media before 16, phone-free schools, and increased real-world independence for children. They also discuss the broader societal implications of social media, including its impact on political discourse, censorship, and the spread of misinformation, and the potential national security concerns surrounding TikTok's ownership. The discussion highlights the challenges of enacting these changes due to the addictive nature of these technologies and the complexities of collective action.

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