Dr. Anne Marie Albano discusses the mental health challenges faced by today's youth, particularly due to social media exposure and societal pressures with TEDMED's Director, Scientific Content, Kelly Thomas, Phd. 

She emphasizes the importance of:

• open communication
• building trust
• modeling healthy coping skills

Together parents, caregivers and educators need to create supportive environments that foster independence and resilience. We can do this by:

• setting boundaries around social media use
• promoting empathy
• encouraging lifelong learning

Dr. Albano stresses the significance of addressing anxiety early, listening to children, and gradually increasing their independence. She advocates for a balanced approach to technology to supports rather not prevent skill development.