Another user talks about the decline in communication since the advent of cell phones. Ironically, we have more communication methods, but we’re actually talking less!
Academic pressure was low, which meant kids could enjoy other activities outside of school. But nowadays, kids are expected to be little geniuses by the age of five!
Someone recounts the ease of playing on the street as a child. You could be out all day with other kids in the neighborhood without making your parents worry.