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Written by: Bronwyn Commins
Just as pages are bound together to form a book, people can be bound together through a book’s content, particularly when the book supports a sense of connection among community members. As part of the Mental Health Book Club Series, Durham-Middlefield’s Youth and Family Services is proud to partner with Levi E. Coe and Regional School District 13 to sponsor meaningful discussions about those matters that support well-being. In January and February, participants read The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt’s best seller about social media’s impact on young people. The first part of Atomic Habits was introduced in April, with a follow-up discussion of part two on May 27th, and starting in June, Susan Cain’s Quiet will invite readers to consider the power of the introverted personality. Pre-registration for programs is preferred. All are welcome. You can register for part 2 here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/htxd7gj
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Written by: Bronwyn Commins
Why would anyone be happy to struggle for a parking spot at the Levi E. Coe Library? Probably because they know that others are there to gather and discuss what The New York Times has identified as one of the most notable books of 2024. The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt has achieved a level of respect among educators and mental health professionals that has inspired a comprehensive examination of how social media is affecting young people. Thanks to a collaboration among Durham-Middlefield Youth and Family Services, The Levi E. Coe Library, and RSD13, those concerned about the impact of social media on our youth were able to meet on January 28th to discuss their experiences in the ever-continuing age of the Iphone. While solutions will take time, solace can be found in the fact that discussions will continue, specifically at a second night devoted to an examination of Haidt’s research, scheduled for February 25th at 6 PM at the Middlefield Community Center. Registration information for the event can be found here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/29nhrzu/lp/ba177eb4-09b5-4319-9e93-390fd638402c |
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