FTPO 3.10 - Moral Panic and The Anxious Generation

Join Ron Houtman, Sarah Wood, and Keith Tramper as they explore the conversation sparked by The Anxious Generation and what it means for today’s students, families, and classrooms. In this episode of For the Purpose Of, the team unpacks the growing concerns around youth mental health, screen time, and the role of technology—while pushing beyond fear-based narratives to examine balance, context, and opportunity. From 3D printing and creative tools to deeper discussions around smartphones, social media, and “moral panic,” this episode blends practical insights with thoughtful reflection. The team shares personal experiences, classroom connections, and strategies for helping students navigate technology in healthy, meaningful ways—without losing the importance of play, independence, and human connection. KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED 3D printing and creative tools Screen time and digital balance The Anxious Generation discussion Smartphones and social media Moral panic and tech trends Technology, play, and independence Parenting and digital responsibility Student well-being and mental health PROFESSIONAL LEARNING & LINKS Podcast PDX community: bit.ly/ftpo-pdx Submit a mailbag question or connect: [email protected] Kent ISD EdTech professional learning: bit.ly/iamedtech PODCAST PRODUCTION This podcast is a service of Kent ISD, produced by Ron Houtman, Sarah Wood, and Keith Tramper. Music Credits Theme Music: Neon Nights by Scott Holmes Music Ad Music: Vienna Beat by Blue Dot Sessions #EdTech #AnxiousGeneration #StudentWellbeing #ScreenTime #DigitalBalance #EducationPodcast #K12Education #InstructionalTechnology #MentalHealthInEducation #ParentingInTheDigitalAge #TeacherPD #TechnologyInEducation