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Attention Quote by Judy Woodruff

“Young people realize that something is amiss. There's a generation that fell in love with their phones, and it's very hard for them to see that there's a problem. But young people are desperate for the attention of their parents, who are really not paying attention to them.” quote by Judy Woodruff
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“Young people realize that something is amiss. There's a generation that fell in love with their phones, and it's very hard for them to see that there's a problem. But young people are desperate for the attention of their parents, who are really not paying attention to them.”

Judy Woodruff

About This Quote

Source Panel Discussion: Media & Youth, 2022

Young people feel ignored; phones dominate attention, causing generational disconnect.

In simple terms: Kids crave attention but feel unseen.

Key Takeaway

Bridge generational gaps with active listening.

Themes

technology family attention

Mood

concerned empathetic

Type

analytical social

When to use this quote

  • Parent‑child talks
  • school programs
  • media literacy
  • family meals

Key Concepts

Digital distraction intergenerational communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can families set healthy phone boundaries?
  • What strategies foster genuine parent‑child engagement?
A Different Perspective

Parents may unintentionally neglect children.

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