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The Coddling of the American Mind
How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure
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In The Coddling of the American Mind, Greg Lukianoff, a fervent advocate for free speech, and Jonathan Haidt, a renowned social psychologist, delve into the perplexing phenomena affecting contemporary university culture. The book explores the chilling impact of "safetyism," a concept that started gaining prominence on American college campuses around 2014 and has since permeated academic institutions in the broader English-speaking world.
Through a meticulous blend of psychological research, historical analysis, and current affairs, Lukianoff and Haidt scrutinise the effects of overprotective parenting and the corresponding decline in unsupervised play. They draw a compelling line from these well-meaning yet flawed parenting strategies to the rise of modern identity politics and an alarming hypersensitivity to differing viewpoints.
The authors examine the repercussions of these trends, highlighting the troubling increase in anxiety, depression, and mental health issues among students. As they argue, the very efforts intended to safeguard young minds are paradoxically undermining their intellectual and emotional resilience. These protective measures are stifling open debate and critical thinking, essential components for a thriving academic environment and a robust democracy.
Lukianoff and Haidt further explore the novel concepts of justice that have emerged alongside "safetyism," questioning how these new ideologies impact the educational system and societal harmony. They provide a richly detailed analysis of how hyper-vigilant parenting combined with risk-averse policies may be compromising the development of young people, leaving them ill-prepared to face the complexities and adversities of real life.
The Coddling of the American Mind is essential reading for parents, educators, and policymakers. It is a thought-provoking commentary on how good intentions can lead to unintended, and often detrimental, consequences. The book challenges readers to reconsider their approach to nurturing the next generation, advocating for a balanced methodology that promotes resilience, critical thinking, and genuine openness to free speech.
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The Coddling of the American Mind has received praise for its sound advice and compelling arguments about the impact of certain attitudes and practices on universities and children. Reviewers describe it as an important and brave work, with a thorough analysis of the current challenges faced by academic institutions and society. The authors are lauded for their advocacy of freedom of expression and rational analysis, offering insights on how to foster resilience and uphold high intellectual standards.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780141986302
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 June 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 264g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Jonathan Haidt (Author) Jonathan Haidt is a social and cultural psychologist and the Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership at New York University's Stern School of Business. He is the author of The Righteous Mind and The Happiness Hypothesis. Greg Lukianoff (Author) Greg Lukianoff is a lawyer, First Amendment expert and president of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education. He is the author of Unlearning Liberty- Campus Censorship and the End of American Debate and Freedom From Speech.
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