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Jonathan's avatar

Haidt's claim seems to be the effect is strongest during gestation/early childbirth. Possibly there weren't as many cars around before the mid 1960s, so Boomers didn't suffer the same effect? Just a guess.

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The Man Who Shouldn't Be King's avatar

Only about 60% of Americans lived in cities in 1950. By 1980, it was about 75%.

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Susan G's avatar

Thanks. Did not consider population distribution.

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Susan G's avatar

My limited research confirmed when the lead effect is strongest. Most Boomers were 14 or under by 1960, so fewer cars makes some sense.

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