Dragon Dialogues: “The Anxious Generation” Panel Discussion

From the late 1990s to 2011, mental health statistics for American teenagers were stable. Then, in 2012, something changed dramatically: rates of anxiety, depression, and self-harm surged among girls, with a more gradual increase among boys. Why this sudden surge? Jonathan Haidt’s book, “The Anxious Generation,” explores beyond the idea that “social media is destroying everybody,” offering a nuanced exploration of the transformation of childhood and its impact on mental health. 

Join us on Tuesday, November 5, for a compelling, live panel discussion as part of Glenelg Country School’s Dragon Dialogues speaker series. A panel of experts will delve into this complex and urgent issue of the decline of play and social media and its impacts on our children. Per Haidt, this is a subtle and interesting story about the transformation of childhood—a tragedy that occurred in three acts.” Together, we’ll unpack the causes and consider solutions to this generational crisis. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion. 

Location: Mulitz Theater