The social psychologist Jonathan Haidt points to smartphones, and the algorithms that draw kids away from healthy play and into dangerous, addictive thought loops. No, his critics say. The real problem is a grim social landscape of school shootings, poverty and global warming.
A group of researchers in Britain propose prevalence inflation as an explanation for the mental health crisis among young people. Society's saturation with mental health discussions may cause young people to perceive mild suffering as symptoms of a medical disorder.
Identifying with a psychiatric diagnosis could lead to feelings of powerlessness. Students self-labeling as anxious or depressed may avoid stressful situations, potentially exacerbating their issues.
Psychologist Lucy Foulkes questions the incessant mental health messaging. Despite efforts to raise awareness, the situation seems to worsen. Excessive focus on mental health discussions may not be effective.
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