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One of the core tenets of CBT is the examines how the Internet affects
identification and modification of negative cognitive processes and attention spans.
thought patterns that contribute to The next one is the book Reclaiming
emotional distress and behavioral problems. Conversation: The Power of Talk in a
Given that Generation Z grapples with Digital Age (2012) by Sherry Turkle. He
issues such as misinformation, self- addressed the detriments of
doubt influenced by social media, and communication and social interactions.
an overwhelming flow of information, Additionally, the book The Distracted
CBT’s focus on cognitive restructuring Mind: Ancient Brains in a High-Tech
allows individuals to develop healthier World (2016) written by Adam
thought patterns and coping strategies. Gazzaley and Larry D. Rosen
CBT is inherently pragmatic, emphasizing elaborates on cognitive overload.
skills and tools that individuals can iGen: Why Today's Super-Connected
apply in their daily lives. The application Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious,
of CBT in this study will focus on More Tolerant, Less Happy—And
addressing key cognitive challenges Completely Unprepared for Adulthood
faced by Generation Z. For example, (2017) written by Jean M. Twenge
CBT techniques such as behavioral examines the mental health implications
activation will be employed to encourage of digital connectivity for today's youth.
Generation Z to engage in real-world While these works provide valuable
activities that foster meaningful social insights into the cognitive difficulties of
interactions and experiences outside the Generation Z, they primarily adopt
digital realm. This can help mitigate secular viewpoints that overlook spiritual
feelings of isolation and improve their or ethical dimensions that could help
overall mental health. mitigate these issues. This study aims to
provide a more comprehensive analysis
Literature Review that includes often-neglected moral and
The cognitive challenges faced by spiritual aspects, presenting a unique
Generation Z have emerged as a approach to navigating the complexities
significant concern, driven by rapid of the digital age while supporting
technological advancements that alter cognitive and psychological well-being.
perceptions and interactions with the
world. Scholars have begun to explore Cognitive Challenges Before
these challenges in depth through various Generation Z
publications. Notable works include the Understanding the cognitive challenges
book "The Shallows: What the Internet of this generation is crucial for
Is Doing to Our Brains" written by educators, employers, and policymakers
Nicholas Carr, in which the author to support them in developing the skills
