Generation Gap: Are Boomers Now Addicted To Screen Time?

On this month’s episode of Generation Gap on the Swimming Upstream Radio Show, Dorothy Wilhelm (The Silent Generation), Jason Falls (Generation X) and Ray Miller Still (Millennial Generation) explore generational differences in technology use, the impact of social media addiction, and the importance of human connection. The hosts share personal stories, insights on mental health, and practical advice for balancing digital life with real-world interactions. Watch the episode on YouTube. Key Topics Generational differences in communication and technology Impact of social media and screen time on mental health Strategies for fostering human connection and problem-solving Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Generation Gap 02:47 Generational Differences in Communication 05:58 The Impact of Technology on Generations 08:47 Doomscrolling and Its Effects 11:59 The Role of Human Connection 15:08 Problem Solving Across Generations 17:56 The Importance of Self-Discovery 20:52 Concluding Thoughts on Technology and Humanity Generation Gap Article - Washington Post Meta and YouTube social media liability case Pete Holmes' comedy bit on information access More Information Ray Miller Still is the editor of the Enumclaw Courier-Herald. Jason Falls is a consultant and producer of Swimming Upstream Radio Show. Dorothy Wilhelm is the longest continuously broadcasting woman in the Pacific Northwest.  Resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices