"The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt examines the sharp decline in adolescent mental health in the early 2010s, linking it to the shift from a "play-based" to a "phone-based" childhood. Haidt argues that smartphones and social media have rewired childhood development, causing significant psychological harm to Generation Z. This book highlights how technology has disrupted children's social and neurological growth, resulting in increased rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide. Haidt not only identifies the issue but also suggests four key reforms and actionable steps for parents, educators, tech companies, and governments to promote healthier childhoods and address the mental health crisis. CLICK TO REGISTER