Oprah has labeled the teen mental health crisis and the impact of social media as one of the most pressing issues of our time. To address these concerns, she sat down with social psychologist and author Jonathan Haidt, who wrote the bestselling book Anxious Generation, along with Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist and parenting expert who wrote Good Inside.
The discussion, titled “The Life You Want” Class: Teen Mental Health crisis, delved into the ways in which technology and social media are impacting the well-being of young people. By addressing this important issue, the panelists aimed to provide solutions and guidance for parents, educators, and teenagers themselves.
During the conversation, viewers were encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas in the comments, fostering a dialogue around this critical topic. As Larissa May, founder of Half the Story, shared her perspective on what can be done to address the challenges posed by social media and teen mental health crises