Our favorite resource for information and actionable next steps to protect our kids from excessive phone use is Jonathan Haidt’s book and website: anxiousgeneration.com
Some shortcuts to specific sections that we use often include:
Jonathan Haidt’s book that explores the rising mental health crisis among young people, particularly adolescents and young adults, highlighting the role of social media, helicopter parenting, and declining opportunities in contributing to their heightened anxiety and depression.
The Anxious Generation - Phone Free School Kit
A free resource designed to help schools implement phone-free policies, providing practical guidance, research-backed insights, and strategies to promote student focus, well-being, and academic achievement.
The Anxious Generation - Resource Library
A collection of free resources from our Anxious Genration’s aligned organizations and individuals, including books, Substacks, classroom curricula, and parent guides.