Oprah’s Weekly Intentions: Navigating the Challenges of Teen Mental Health in a Digital Age
Every week, Oprah sets an intention exclusively for Oprah Daily Insiders, focusing on topics such as letting go, forgiveness, and coming into your own. This week, she addresses the ongoing crisis in teen mental health. It was eye-opening to learn about the challenges that young people face in today’s world, including the dangers of social media, the pressures of selfie culture, and the constant lure of smartphones.
In a recent “The Life You Want” Class, Oprah had guests like NYU professor Jonathan Haidt, author of The Anxious Generation, who highlighted how Generation Alpha is struggling as the first to grow up with advanced technology. Haidt noted the imbalance in protecting kids offline while leaving them vulnerable online. Dr. Becky Kennedy, a parenting expert, also spoke about the negative impact of excessive smartphone use on adolescents, depriving them of real-world experiences and the value of delayed gratification.
If you are a parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle Oprah hopes that these insights will provide you with valuable knowledge on how to support and guide young people in your life. Share your thoughts on this class below and have a great week ahead!
