The Hidden Truth About Screen Addiction: What Social Media Is Doing to Our Kids with Paul Robertson

The Hidden Truth About Screen Addiction: What Social Media Is Doing to Our Kids with Paul Robertson

July 20, 2026 · 29 min

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This episode explores the impact of screen addiction and social media on children's identity and mental health with expert Paul Robertson.

Are screens shaping your child’s identity more than you think? In this eye-opening episode of The Perspective, guest host Mike Gordon sits down with youth culture expert Paul Robertson. He reveals how “persuasive technology” is designed to influence behavior and fuel addiction. Mike and Paul also discuss its deep impact on the mental health of today’s generation.Discover how social media affects girls and why gaming hooks boys. Learn what parents and grandparents can do to raise healthy, grounded kids in a digital world. Find out how to guide the next generation toward their God-given purpose in a screen-driven culture.

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Hosts: Mike Sherbino, Mike Gordon

Guest: Paul Robertson

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