Let Them Roam: Serenbe Parents Choose Another Way
From Serenbe Stories by Serenbe Media Network
March 30, 2026 · 48 min · Season 13 · Episode 3
About this episode
The episode discusses the concept of raising 'free-range kids' in Serenbe and the impact of technology on youth mental health.
In Serenbe, we often joke about raising “free-range kids”, but it speaks to something real: a childhood shaped by time outdoors, independence, and a close-knit community. When The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt was released last year, it prompted a national conversation around screen time and youth mental health. Many parents here in Serenbe started to take a more intentional look at how their children engage with technology. What began as a series of conversations evolved into the Let ...
Topics covered
- parenting
- youth mental health
- screen time
- community
- outdoor activities
Keywords
- free-range kids
- youth mental health
- screen time
- Serenbe
- community
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Serenbe
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