While the title might lead you to believe you only need to read this book if you have anxious children, that couldn’t be further from the truth. If you are a parent of ANY child born in this century, or work with kids/young adults, please read this book. 

The book looks at the effects of a child’s access to the virtual/digital world, use of smartphones, and social media as they grow up, rather than the free play we grew up with, if you’re in the Gen X or Millennial Generations. It shows how it’s caused a “rewiring” of kids’ view of themselves, their environment and social interactions, mental health and their learning. It was incredibly insightful and, as a parent of 2 teenagers and a preteen myself, made so much sense, and is much needed information to help guide and support my kids in a world that is immersed in the digital. 

Cannot recommend this enough to other parents or those working with kids. I may even make my kids read it themselves before they start using get social media down the road.