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83% of Parents Fear Declining Kids' Mental Health

1/11/2026

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A national poll on children's health finds 83% of parents believe U.S. children's mental health is declining.
Seventy-five percent link social media and device use to problems.
Sixty-six percent express concerns about internet safety.
Health journalist Catherine Price, who has a 10-year-old daughter, says screen time detracts from essential real-world skills and relationships.
Catherine Price and Jonathan Haidt co-authored The Amazing Generation to guide parents on managing children's device usage.

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Story summary

A national poll on children's health finds 83% of parents believe U.S. children's mental health is declining.
Seventy-five percent link social media and device use to problems.
Sixty-six percent express concerns about internet safety.
Health journalist Catherine Price, who has a 10-year-old daughter, says screen time detracts from essential real-world skills and relationships.
Catherine Price and Jonathan Haidt co-authored The Amazing Generation to guide parents on managing children's device usage.