Should resilience be on the curriculum? A new survey has revealed a generation facing anxiety and depression. Some think it is time for schools to take action.
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Addictive - So enjoyable that you do not want to stop.
Social media - Social media is defined by websites, apps and social games that connect people to each other through the sharing of pictures, thoughts, ideas, articles, and other content.
ChatGPT - An Artificial Intelligence chatbot released in November 2022.
Isolate - Staying alone or away from others.
Anxiety - A feeling of unease or worry. It can be mild or very severe.
Resilience - The quality of toughness and flexibility that enables you to bounce back after setbacks.
Stoics - Stoicism is a philosophy that originated in the ancient world and still has many adherents today. Stoics seek to control their emotions and preserve their happiness in the face of adversity.
Reframe - Think about something in a new or different way.
Instinct - The way people or animals naturally react or behave in a situation.