Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation contends that there is ample evidence that a causal link exists between social media and the increased levels of anxiety and depression experienced by US teenagers. In a new review of the research, Haidt cites Meta’s own internal reporting that “teens blame Instagram for an increase in the rates of anxiety and depression among teens”.

Disconnect 2 Reconnect is a Westchester County initiative, hosted by the Westchester Library System.

The premise behind Disconnect 2 Reconnect is to encourage play and parent-child interaction as an alternative to screen time.

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