Kids These Days, Will W. Dobud
Kids These Days, Will W. Dobud
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Kids These Days
Understanding and Supporting Youth Mental Health

Author: Will W. Dobud, Dr. Nevin J. Harper

Narrator: Tim Morgan

Unabridged: 8 hr 23 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/30/2025

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

Kids These Days is a must-read book and protest against harmful mental health treatments for children and youth.
—PARIS HILTON, global advocate for institutional reform and founder of 11:11 Media Anxiety, depression, self-harm, and teen suicide are rising sharply—youth mental health issues have increased over 60% in the past decade. In Kids These Days, experts Will Dobud, PhD and Nevin Harper, PhD reveal why today's kids are struggling and what adults must do differently. Endorsed by Paris Hilton, Dr. Bruce D. Perry, and Alex Hutchinson, this research-based guide delivers practical strategies for building resilience, connection, and autonomy in the next generation. What You'll Learn Why anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges are symptoms, not root causes How overprotection, screen time, disconnection, and adult interference affect youth mental health Insights from 20+ years of clinical experience and adolescent psychology for raising emotionally resilient teens Why traditional talk therapy, diagnoses, and medication often miss the mark How to build trust, connection, and autonomy with kids—even in crisis Why This Book Stands Out Written by practitioners with decades of experience in outdoor therapy, youth work, and trauma-informed care Grounded in research and filled with expert insights from parenting and psychology professionals Offers practical strategies parents, educators, and youth mentors can apply immediately A refreshing alternative to books that pathologize or try to "fix" kids Endorsed by Leading Voices "This is a crucial read for anyone living or working with children and youth. Highly recommended." — Dr. Bruce D. Perry, co-author of What Happened to You?

"A fresh, provocative look at the challenges facing our kids in today's world." — Alex Hutchinson, New York Times bestselling author of Endure Perfect for readers of The Anxious Generation, Hold On to Your Kids, and Free-Range Kids. Whether you're a parent, teacher, youth worker, or therapist, Kids These Days will change how you see the next generation—and your role in helping them thrive. Our kids aren't broken. But the system is.
Let's change the story. Buy Kids These Days today—your guide to raising strong, connected, and capable young people.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Adrienna on October 24, 2025

In the introduction, two psychologists who authored 'Kids These Days' examine and explain the problematic drugs used to treat or assist adolescents diagnosed with ADHD and ADD. They emphasize the importance of acknowledging and embracing complexity, as these conditions often lack clear boundaries an......more

Goodreads review by Jess Rabon on October 16, 2025

Kids These Days is an excellent read for therapists, teachers, therapists, or any adult who wants to better understand the factors impacting youth mental health & ways to help youth. I appreciated the research-backed evidence and the fact that the authors shared things that may be hard for readers t......more

Goodreads review by Leora on December 30, 2025

Sometimes a book just lands well and resonates in so many ways. Kids These Days is one of those books. Each part challenges you to deep dive into what you think you know and provides thought provoking perspectives. I highly recommend immersing yourself in a this read which affirms the importance of......more

Goodreads review by Karen on July 29, 2025

"Don't trust the experts." That's what Dr. Gordon Neufeld told Will and Nevin. The problem? Will and Nevin spoke to the experts. They are positive deviants and rebels in their own right! Gordon was right. Get to know the main characters of Kids These Days. (Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté are co-author......more

Goodreads review by Julia on October 23, 2025

Super clear-eyed, "40000 ft" view of youth mental health that refrains from overly simplistic problems and solutions... Even for someone who's read plenty of youth mental health books, I learned lots of new info (e.g. role of environmental toxins in youth development, problems with PHQ-9, etc.) Should......more