Social psychologist Jonathan HydetThe author of the book “Anxiety Girl”, assesses that the agenda of social networks by children and adolescents is one of the guidelines that can overcome political polarization in countries like the United States, where the researcher and raising two children, and Brazil, in which he will participate in a series of lectures on the subject.
Hadt, who participated in CNN interviews this week. “Republicans have children, Democrats have children, supporters, if not for children, and Bolsonaro supporters have children.”
Para Hadd, Children and adolescents They used early and excessive use of devices such as mobile phones and tablets, as well as access to networks such as Instagram, Tiktok and YouTube. These are highly raised cases Depression, anxiety and suicide In these age groups, according to studies conducted by the psychologist directed by the “anxiety generation”.
“Everyone who educates children in the modern era face this problem: these devices have been made for addicted children, they harm mental health on a global scale, hundreds of millions of children.”
Not all parents in the world have had something common with a threat or a problem. Childhood used to be completely different in every country.
Jonathan Hadd, a social psychologist
Hydet defends four measures that must be taken by society – and not necessarily by governments – to deal with the problem:
- There are no smartphones up to 14 years;
- Access to social networks only after 16 years;
- Schools without mobile phones;
- More independence, play independently and more responsibility for children.
The first and fourth “Al Qaeda”, as Hydet explains, is social standards, and not state -owned. In other words, parents themselves or families in the neighborhood or school must agree with each other. In clauses 2 and 3, yes, the psychologist says he “needs government help.”
Brazil and Australia as examples
This is the laws of Australia and Brazil as good examples in this regard. Here, the psychologist praises the legislation that entered into force this year and It is prohibited to use mobile phones during the classroom And periods of public and private schools. “It is a basic legislation. I think Brazil is the largest country yet to implement it. I’m happy because Brazil has done so.”
In the Australian issue, legislation that raised the minimum of 16 was created to the opening of accounts on social networks, but the requirements were imposed that the platforms find that the information is correct.
“You announce that you are 16 years old, and companies must be achieved. For the first time, companies will bear some responsibility for the inconvenience and damage they cause,” says Hadat. “I hope that in Brazil you are considering similar legislation. Many countries are considering following the example of Australia.”
The American psychologist will discuss the relationship between children, youth and social networks, this Monday (19), in The limits of thoughtIn Sao Paulo, with tickets sold. In addition to Jonathan Hydet, you will receive the boundaries of the writer thought Shimanda leather add Antonio Damyo. the CNN Brazil It is a media partner for the event.
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