Is a social media ban the solution to the teen mental health crisis?
In short: While many claim smartphones are destroying a generation, developmental psychologist Candice Odgers presents a different perspective. This talk examines why banning online spaces might actually worsen the problems facing young people.
Candice Odgers analyzes decades of data that challenges the narrative of a digital catastrophe. Contrary to popular warnings, metrics such as teen violence, alcohol use, and pregnancy rates are at historic lows. The video explores why research suggests social media may not be the primary driver of mental health issues and investigates the real, underlying threats to youth today.
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