What if It’s Not the Phones?
Evolutionary psychologist Peter Gray argues that the decline of children's mental health is linked to a loss of independence and unstructured play rather than technology. He suggests that modern societal interference prevents children from developing essential problem-solving and social skills.
Why it matters
This perspective challenges the prevailing narrative that smartphones are the primary cause of youth mental health crises, shifting the focus toward parenting and societal structures.
An evolutionary psychologist is challenging the popular understanding of kids and technology.
The article presents a specific academic viewpoint on a cultural debate without taking a definitive stance on the technology-vs-parenting argument.
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