Increased outdoor activities

Higher rates of obtaining driver's licenses

More time spent on digital devices

Greater participation in part-time jobs

Increased freedom and independence

More exposure to social media

Less adult supervision

Greater emphasis on outdoor play

Economic recession

High-profile child abductions

Environmental pollution

Technological advancements

Greater resilience

Increased independence

Difficulty solving problems independently

Enhanced social skills

It encourages them to explore new ideas

It makes them more resilient to challenges

It leads them to see the world as full of threats

It helps them develop critical thinking skills