Jonathan Haidt, a prominent social psychologist, has sparked a debate by attributing the rise in adolescent anxiety and depression to smartphone usage, urging parents to restrict their children's access to these devices. This stance has led to accusations of promoting 'junk science' and has made managing the ensuing controversy a significant part of his activities. The discussion extends beyond Haidt, with Conservative MP Miriam Cates also highlighting the detrimental effects of smartphones and social media on children. Meanwhile, Sonia Livingstone, another social psychologist from the London School of Economics, suggests a more nuanced approach that includes empowering parents and young people rather than outright bans.
Researcher Sonia Livingstone says constraining tech companies and empowering young people and parents are better alternatives to banning kids from social media (@henrymance / Financial Times) https://t.co/mXiUhjf44l 📫 Subscribe: https://t.co/OyWeKSRpIM https://t.co/OIXUDVw6tB
Great piece by @CJFerguson1111 taking a closer look at a study that many have pointed to as causal evidence for restrictive mediation strategies for young people's access to technology. Refreshing to see someone read the paper. #digitalwellbeing https://t.co/TmptXPrBuc https://t.co/HPOzhSq2zi
After delving into @JonHaidt's work, I find his perspectives on society and parenting insightful 🧐. However, his analysis falls short when assessing opportunity costs and repercussions of government interventions in people's lives, especially in technology 🤔. #JonHaidt #society… https://t.co/DpMmZzAgcb
NYT writers prepping to attack tech co’s https://t.co/id8blPgm6A
Is there a middle way on children and smartphones? “But there are possibilities for nuance and compromise. Sonia Livingstone is, like Haidt, a social psychologist. She leads research at the London School of Economics into children’s digital lives.” https://t.co/twBBVCr2Gi
'Childhood has changed enormously, and it's changed for the worst!' Conservative MP, @Miriam_Cates, raises concerns about the 'serious harms' of children using smartphones and social media. https://t.co/hJGB6tc3fE
Jonathan Haidt Blamed Tech for Teen Anxiety. Managing the Blowback Has Become a Full-Time Job. https://t.co/D0Bsl7osEA
Jonathan Haidt argues that smartphones are the primary cause of the rise in anxiety and depression in adolescents, and is calling on parents to take away their children’s phones. He's also confronting allegations of junk science. https://t.co/7o2tbgMzQj https://t.co/7o2tbgMzQj