Michelle Lim: The Lonely Generation

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Michelle Lim in conversation with Heath Ducker

Essential reading for all parents, The Lonely Generation sounds the alarm on a looming public health crisis within younger people – and provides empowering, practical steps to build a healthier, more connected world for our children.

Younger generations are bearing the brunt of social media, big tech and rising costs. Their mental health has gone into freefall with higher rates of anxiety, depression and self-harm. How do we untangle the knots that keep them trapped in feelings of loneliness?

Associate Professor Michelle Lim is Australia’s leading expert on loneliness. She shows us how we got here and what can be done about this public health emergency.

Drawing on the latest research in psychology, sociology and neuroscience, The Lonely Generation is an agenda- setting investigation into the profound impacts of loneliness on young people,…

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