Making Caring Common

Educators: Why are half the students in your school dressed as characters from “KPop Demon Hunters” this Halloween?

Because it’s the most-watched English-language film in Netflix history. AND because it’s sparking essential conversations about identity, emotions, and connection.

Now MCC has just released “Darkness & Harmony” — a FREE lesson series that uses “KPop Demon Hunters” to help students deepen connection with themselves and others.

Learn more and download today! → https://mcc.gse.harvard.edu/resources-for-educators/darkness-and-harmony-lesson-series

Richard Weissbourd, Director of Making Caring Common, recently spoke with Harvard University Gazette about the findings in MCC's 2023 report on mental health challenges among 18- to 25-year-olds. Specifically, they discuss how young people's fears about the world around them may be leading to them take fewer risks in life.

Why are young people taking fewer risks? — Harvard Gazette Ed School psychologist describes a generation overparented — but also overwhelmed by a “frightening world.”