After Babel

After Babel focuses on the intersection of moral psychology with societal issues, particularly the impacts of social media and digital technology on mental health, the constructs of victim-oppressor narratives in education, and the rise of cancel culture. It aims to explain current societal dysfunctions through a psychological lens, offering insights and solutions.

Mental Health Social Media Impact Youth and Technology Education and Culture Cancel Culture Free Speech Digital Well-being Adolescent Psychology Moral Psychology Identity Politics

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Harry Potter and the Magical Phone

1471 implied HN points • 01 Dec 23
🎭️ Culture Books Technology Social media Youth Education
  1. Harry Potter story reimagined for Gen Z revealing the impact of social media on mental health.
  2. Social media platforms like Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok can contribute to issues like depression, distorted views, and unrealistic expectations.
  3. The story emphasizes the importance of protecting young individuals from the potential dangers of unrestricted access to online content.

The Youth Mental Health Crisis is International, Unless You Rely on a Flawed International Dataset

1118 implied HN points • 03 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Data Analysis Youth Trends Misinformation
  1. Researchers should stop using the Global Burden of Disease study for analyzing mental health trends.
  2. The youth mental health crisis is not just limited to America, but is an international issue in many Western countries with high levels of smartphone adoption.
  3. The Global Burden of Disease study underestimates changes in mental health statistics since 2010, especially in depression, self-harm, and suicide rates.