We are pleased to share a variety of books, articles, podcasts, videos, and other resources that we believe can help in understanding and navigating important topics.

Please note, however, that not all of the resources listed on this site are written or produced from a distinctly biblical or Christian worldview. While we strive to provide content that is thoughtful and thought‑provoking, inclusion does not imply full agreement with or endorsement of every viewpoint expressed.

We encourage readers to engage these materials with discernment and to evaluate all things in light of Scripture. As always, we recommend prayerfully considering how each resource aligns with the truth of God’s Word.

Books:

• The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt A sweeping look at how smartphones and the decline of free play are reshaping youth.
• iGen by Jean M. Twenge How smartphones and social media shaped post‑Millennial behavior and mental health.
• The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt How overprotection and a culture of safetyism impact youth resilience.
• Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport Strategies for intentional technology use and digital well‑being.
• Reclaiming Conversation by Sherry Turkle Why face‑to‑face talk matters in a digital world.
• Alone Together by Sherry Turkle How technology shapes social behavior and isolation.
• Irresistible by Adam Alter How technology is designed to be addictive—and its effects on well‑being.
• The Shallows by Nicholas Carr How the internet is reshaping how we think and focus.
• Glow Kids by Nicholas Kardaras The neurological impact of screen time on children.
• Following Jesus in a Digital Age by Jason Thacker Biblical insight on navigating faith and technology.
• Raising Digital Disciples by Chad Clement A Christian guide to parenting kids through screens and culture.
• How to Break Up with Your Phone (Revised Edition) by Catherine Price A 30‑day detox plan for a healthier digital life. (Feb 4, 2025 release)
• Careless People by Sarah Wynn‑Williams A memoir exposing ethical issues in Big Tech (Mar 11, 2025 release).
• Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier A critique of modern therapeutic practices and their effects on youth.

Videos:

• Tyler McKenzie, Northeast Christian Church
• Liberty University Convocation | Dr. Darren Whitehead (start at 24:21 to listen to “Digital Detox.”)
• Are Smartphones Ruining Childhood? | Jonathan Haidt | TED
• Jonathan Haidt | The Anxious Generation and the Epidemic of Childhood Mental Illness (start at 6:52)

Documentaries:

• The Social Dilemma – the film is available on Netflix. Excellent watch!
• Chasing Childhood – a great documentary about the loss of free play and independence in childhood. It is available on AppleTV and Prime.

Links:

• Jonathan Haidt’s Substack – After Babel – Haidt regularly publishes essays, research summaries, and data visualizations related to youth mental health, screen time, social media, and cultural polarization.
• Time Magazine Interview with Jonathan Haidt (2024) – Haidt discusses the doubling of depression and anxiety rates among U.S. adolescents from 2010 to 2019, attributing this trend to the pervasive use of smartphones and social media.
• World Economic Forum Session (2025) – Haidt proposes four new norms to help children thrive in the digital age, including limiting access to smartphones and social media for those under fourteen.
• Axios Report on Teen Mental Health Crisis (2024) – A report highlights a national emergency regarding teen mental health, with depression and anxiety rates among American adolescents increasing by over 50% from 2010 to 2019, exacerbated by social media‑induced stress.

Podcasts:

• The Psychology Podcast Host Scott Barry Kaufman and Jonathan Haidt delve into the ‘great rewiring’ of childhood, examining how digital technology affects attention, social development, and mental health.
• Good Inside with Dr. Becky Dr. Becky Kennedy and Haidt discuss the decline of play‑based childhood, the rise of phone‑based parenting, and strategies for restoring healthier developmental environments.
• TED Talks Daily Book Club Haidt shares insights from his book, focusing on the mental health crisis among Gen Z and proposing solutions to counteract the negative effects of social media.
• The Russell Moore Show Jonathan Haidt’s Way Forward for an Anxious Generation In this earlier conversation, Haidt and Moore discuss the alarming rates of anxiety and depression among children and adolescents. They explore factors contributing to these mental health crises, including access to iPhones and social media, and consider potential solutions.
• The Russell Moore ShowAn Update to The Anxious Generation with Jonathan Haidt In this episode, Russell Moore welcomes Jonathan Haidt back to the show to discuss his book The Anxious Generation. They delve into the effects of the digital landscape on youth, the relationship between mental health and religion, and how religious communities are addressing these challenges.
• Navigating Today’s Anxious Generation Living Biblically with Pastor Nate Millican, Graceland Church.