iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us
iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
BetaiGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017352
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In iGen, Jean M. Twenge examines the impact of technology on individuals born from the mid-1990s onwards. The book highlights how constant connectivity affects their rebellion, tolerance, happiness, and readiness for adulthood, with implications for society. Twenge analyzes shifts in behavior, mental health, and social skills, urging a balanced approach to technology.
Informative
Contemplative
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
6,838 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
iGen by Jean M. Twenge offers insightful analysis into the behaviors of today's youth, highlighting their increased caution and tolerance. While praised for its thorough research and clear writing, some critics argue it lacks nuance and relies too heavily on correlational data. Overall, it provides a compelling, though sometimes controversial, look at generational changes.
Who Should Read iGen: Why Today’s Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us?
Readers interested in iGen by Jean M. Twenge are often parents, educators, or social scientists. They appreciate insights on generational trends and the influence of technology on youth. Similar audiences enjoy The Shallows by Nicholas Carr and Hooked by Nir Eyal.
6,838 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
352
Book • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!