In almost every way possible Gen Z’s mental health is worse than that of previous generations. In Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up, journalist Abigail Shrier argues that the problem isn’t the kids—it’s the mental health experts. Drawing on hundreds of interviews with child psychologists, parents, teachers, and young people, Shrier explores the ways the mental health industry has transformed the way we teach, treat, discipline, and even talk to our kids. She reveals that most of the therapeutic approaches have serious side effects and few proven benefits. Bad Therapy is a must-read for anyone questioning why our efforts to bolster kids have backfired—and what it will take for parents to lead a turnaround.
