251. why college feels different for gen z (feat. dr. scott barry kaufman)

About this episode

In this episode, Sadie Sutton discusses the unique college experience of Gen Z with psychologist Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman and its implications for mental health.

why is the college experience SO different for our generation??! today’s guest is dr. scott barry kaufman— a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. he is a professor of psychology at columbia university and host of the psychology podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads worldwide. in this episode, we break down why gen z students are having such a unique college experience– and what that means for our mental health. we talk about: • if college students are struggling more with their mental health than ever • college students ten years ago versus today • pros + cons of ai use in college • what good leadership looks like to our generation • whether standardized tests really matter • paths outside of a traditional four-year college mentioned: • dr. kaufman’s instagram • dr. kaufman’s website • dr. kaufman’s newest book • the psychology podcast • center for human potential ☕giveaway! want coffee on me? every month, i gift one listener a starbucks gift card to enter: 1. leave a review on apple or spotify 2. dm me a screenshot on…

People in this episode

Guest: Dr Scott Barry Kaufman

Topics covered

• college experience
• Gen Z
• mental health
• AI in education
• leadership
• standardized tests
• alternative education paths

Keywords

• psychology
• self-actualization
• creative minds

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