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*Restoring Childhood: How to Set Kids Free in the Age of Anxiety*

Education
United States
Started August 08, 2026

That is the new book by Peter Gray, and it is very much a whole philosophy of child-rearing and also antidote to the current panic over social media. Excerpt: In preparation for this chapter, I spent weeks poring over the research literature pretaining to smartphones, social media, and teen mental health. It is clear to […] The post *Restoring Childhood: How to Set Kids Free in the Age of Anxiety* appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. Related StoriesWhat I’ve been readingMy excellent Convers...

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Parents should prioritize fostering independence in children to combat anxiety.
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Excessive screen time is a significant contributor to children's rising anxiety levels.
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Parents should establish phone-free zones and times at home, regardless of their views on broader tech policy.
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Parents and educators must collaborate to create a balanced approach to technology in children's lives.
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Schools should implement mindfulness programs to help students cope with anxiety.
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Anxiety in childhood reflects real threats (social inequality, precarious futures, climate change) and cannot be solved by more outdoor play alone.
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Schools should provide education on responsible social media use to mitigate its effects.
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Schools should dedicate substantial class time to teaching children how to critically evaluate media and manage their own technology use.
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Children should have more unstructured playtime to foster creativity and reduce anxiety.
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The rise of social media has significantly harmed children's mental health and well-being.
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