February 2nd, 2026
The Conversation Continues
Join us at Lipscomb University for another year of groundbreaking conversations on kids, mental health, and the online world.
The Amazing Generation
Inspired by Jonathan Haidt’s #1 New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation, this new book for tweens is a lively, practical guide to living a fun, confident, and connected life—without letting a smartphone take over. Coauthored by Haidt and Catherine Price, author of How to Break Up with Your Phone, it speaks directly to kids ages 9–12, helping them understand how screens and social media can affect their happiness, friendships, and self-esteem.
Through engaging stories, eye-opening facts, a built-in graphic novel, and interactive challenges, readers learn how to make smart choices, protect their time and attention, and discover what truly makes life exciting. Filled with humor, honesty, and optimism, this book doesn’t just teach kids how to avoid becoming part of the “anxious generation”—it shows them how to grow into their most authentic, confident, and amazing selves.
Helping the Next Generation Thrive in a Screen-Filled World
Growing up online can be overwhelming—but it can also be amazing. Inspired by insights from The Amazing Generation, this symposium explores how we can help kids and early teens navigate screens with confidence, curiosity, and joy.
Students, parents, and educators will discover research-backed strategies, practical tools, and community approaches to foster healthy online habits. From building strong connections to creating safe digital spaces, this event is all about helping the next generation not just avoid stress and anxiety, but grow into adventurous, confident, and empowered young people.
Meet the Voices Leading the Conversation
Catherine Price – Award-Winning Journalist & Author
Catherine Price is the bestselling author of How to Break Up With Your Phone and The Power of Fun. Price is also the coauthor, alongside Jonathan Haidt, of The Amazing Generation: Your Guide to Fun and Freedom in a Screen-Filled World. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and NPR. With humor and science-backed strategies, Catherine helps audiences reimagine their relationship with technology and design lives where tech serves them—not the other way around.
Jason Frost – Co-Founder, Wired Human
Jason Frost is on a mission to reclaim our attention from the digital world. As co-founder of Wired Human, he works with schools, parents, and policymakers to reduce harmful tech habits and build healthier online cultures. Known for his sharp insights and practical solutions, Jason brings a clear-eyed urgency to the conversation about kids, mental health, and screen time.
About The Event
On February 2nd, 2026, join parents, educators, community leaders, and experts for an urgent conversation on how the digital world is shaping the mental health of our youth.
Hosted at Lipscomb University, this two-hour gathering will shine a light on the challenges of raising kids in a hyperconnected era—and share practical, research-backed solutions you can put into action.
“Our society invests billions of dollars to educate youth on the dangers of tobacco, bad eating habits and drug abuse. Why not investing into empowering youth to combat digital harm and exploitation?”
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