The Coddling of the American Mind

Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt explore the rise of anxiety, depression, and fear on college campuses. They argue that three 'Great Untruths'—what doesn't kill you makes you weaker, always trust your feelings, and life is a battle between good and evil—are harming young adults' development. This book examines the social trends and changes in childhood that have contributed to this culture of safetyism.