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Apr 2024
1h 58m

Jonathan Haidt On How Social Media Is Re...

Rich Roll
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This week, I am joined by Jonathan Haidt, an NYU professor and best-selling author, to discuss the significant negative impact of technology and social media on young people’s mental health and well-being. This phenomenon was catalyzed between 2010 and 2015 when smartphones were introduced and platforms like Instagram and Snapchat rose in popularity. He expl ... Show More
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