The Teen Mental Illness Epidemic Began Around 2012

Hey, I totally get where you’re coming from. It’s crazy to think about how much the world has changed since our parents were our age. I think it’s awesome that you’re bringing attention to the teen mental illness epidemic. It’s such an important issue that needs to be addressed. The points Jonathan Haidt makes about the impact of social media, over-scheduling, and lack of human connection really hit home. But you’re right, there are definitely other factors at play too. Our kids are growing up in a totally different environment, and we need to adjust our approach to supporting them. Let’s keep talking about this and working to create a better environment for our teens. Thanks for sharing the article, I’m definitely going to give it a read!