The Coddling Of The American Mind by Jonathan Haidt, Greg Lukianoff
How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure
The book explores the cultural shifts in American society that have led to increased anxiety, fragility, and a lack of resilience among young people. It argues that well-intentioned overprotection by parents and institutions has contributed to a generation less equipped to handle adversity and differing viewpoints. The authors identify three untruths—fragility, emotional reasoning, and us-versus-them thinking—that they believe are undermining mental health and intellectual development. They advocate for a return to principles that promote resilience, critical thinking, and open dialogue.
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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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