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The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt
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it was amazing
bookshelves: 2025-reads, audiobook, non-fiction

Nothing new here but it confirms what we already know with the science to back it up. A life lived online leads to anxiety & depression. Of course it’s more nuanced than that. It starts in young children and I urge all parents to read this book. There are actionable steps to take to protect our children and it’s imperative that we do so.

A must read for parents, grandparents, and school officials.
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Reading Progress

June 14, 2025 – Started Reading
June 14, 2025 – Shelved
June 14, 2025 – Shelved as: non-fiction
June 14, 2025 – Shelved as: audiobook
June 14, 2025 – Shelved as: 2025-reads
June 25, 2025 – Finished Reading

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Jayme C (Brunetteslikebookstoo) So glad we didn’t grow up with Social Media! Great advice!


message 2: by Tina (new)

Tina I agree with Jayme. Great review!


Taina Garcia Terrific review, Jan. I feel the same exact way and that is why I gave this book to my daughters who are new parents. Validation for what people in my age group already know. 🧡👍🏼


message 4: by Ceecee (new)

Ceecee I’m with Jayme - great review Jan


Bren fall in love with the sea. I don't have children Jan, but may read anyway because of your great review.


Diane (IF U'RE PRIVATE, PLEASE SKIP ME!!!) Wallace Another great review, Jan! ;)


message 7: by Debra (new)

Debra Great review, Jan!


message 8: by NZLisaM (new)

NZLisaM I really need to read this one. I always struggle to fit non-fiction into my reading schedule. Amazing review, Jan. 🧡


message 9: by Diana (new)

Diana Definitely sounds like a must-read. Terrific review!


Norma ~ The Sisters A great review, Jan!!


message 11: by Yun (new)

Yun Great review, Jan! I've got this one on my tbr. Definitely feels like a must read.


message 12: by Catherine (new) - added it

Catherine (alternativelytitledbooks) - still catching up! Added! Like you said, we all know that's true, but absolutely worth the read...great review, Jan! 💖


message 13: by Kat (new)

Kat Terrific review, Jan. I wish we could return to the days when kids played outside and used their imaginations!


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