Social Impact of Technology on Youth - Increased loneliness is observed in the younger generation [1] - Rise in social anxiety among children due to difficulties in initiating and maintaining conversations [2] - Decline in dating among young people because of lacking social interaction skills [2] - Students struggle with basic social interactions, such as asking for directions on campus [2] - Children are primarily learning to express themselves through technology, potentially hindering the development of other forms of human connection [2][3] Concerns Regarding AI and Machine Influence - Children are increasingly being raised by machines and companies that prioritize technological expression [2] - Over-reliance on technology, such as AI chatbots, may negatively impact the ability to form and maintain friendships [1] - The current generation excels at tech-mediated communication but struggles with traditional human interactions [3]
How tech is impacting kids’ social skills #shorts
60 Minutes·2025-12-15 01:59