Tea and Tech Season 4 ~ Episode 5
From Tea and Tech Podcast by Technology and society talks in the time it takes to have a cup of tea
October 28, 2025 · 6 min · Episode 35
About this episode
The episode discusses the unique vulnerabilities of today's youth growing up immersed in technology, particularly those with ADHD and autism, and the impact of digital validation on their mental health.
Every generation has had its vulnerabilities — but this one is different.Today’s youth aren’t just growing up with technology — they’re growing up inside it.And for some — especially those with ADHD, on the autism spectrum, or simply wired for deep feeling — the pull of digital validation can feel like oxygen.But what happens when that oxygen becomes the fire?
Topics covered
- technology
- youth
- ADHD
- autism
- digital validation
- mental health
Keywords
- technology
- youth
- ADHD
- autism
- digital validation
- mental health
- vulnerabilities
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