Specimen the Sociologist

Author: Jessamyn Reichmann

How can science stabilize our social interactions? Is there any rhyme or reason to our relationships? Could the unpacking of our personal stories be the catalyst for change by identifying our social patterns? Join the host and budding Sociologist, Jessamyn Reichmann, as she leverages social theories and storytelling to equip listeners with a fresh perspective on their lived experiences.
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Book Review: The Anxious Generation
Episode 9
Wednesday, 10 December, 2025

We’re closing out our anxiety mini-series with a review of The Anxious Generation. Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt explores how childhood has shifted from play-based to phone-based—and how that shift fuels rising anxiety, depression, and disconnection.In this episode, I break down Haidt’s key insights and share practical ways to build a more resilient generation by strengthening identity and core values—not just cutting screen time.Topics include:Why adolescent brains are especially vulnerableCultural forces driving disconnectionHow phone-based childhood impacts mental health and identitySolutions for creating healthier pathways for kids and teensIG: @specimenthesociologist