I’m usually fairly skeptical about any research that concludes that people are either happier or unhappier or more or less certain of themselves than they were 50 years ago. While any of these statements might be true, they are practically impossible to prove scientifically. Still, I was struck by a report which concluded that today’s children are significantly more anxious than children in the 1950s. In fact, the analysis showed normal children aged 9 to 17 exhibit a higher level of anxiety today than children who were treated for mental illness 50 years ago.
Why are
Considering that we can’t turn the clock back, adults can still do plenty to help the next generation cope(应付).
At the top of the list is nurturing（培养）a better appreciation of the limits of individualism. No child is an island. Strengthening social ties help build communities and protect individuals against stress.
To help kids build stronger connections with others, you can pull the plug on TVs and computers. Your family will thank you later. They will have more time for face-to-face relationships, and they will get more sleep.
Limit the amount of virtual violence your children are expected to. It’s not just from video games and movies; children see a lot of murder and crime on the local news.
Keep your expectations for your daily routine. It will help you cope with your own anxiety and provide a good model for your kids. Sometimes anxiety is unavoidable. But it doesn’t have to ruin your life.
63．The author thinks that the conclusions of any research about people’s state of mind are ______.
A. surprising B. confusing C. illogical D. questionable
64．What does the author mean by saying “we can’t turn the clock back” (Para 3)?
A. It’s impossible to slow down the pace of change.
B. The social reality children are facing can’t be changed.
C. Lessons learned from the past should not be forgotten.
D. It’s impossible to forget the past.
65．The first and most important thing parents should do to help their children is ______.
A. to provide them with a safer environment
B. to lower their expectations for them
C. to get them more involved socially
D. to set a good model for them to follow
66．Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Sometimes local news about murder and crime also affects children a little.
B. TVs and computers play an important role in isolating children from the real world.
C. To children, anxiety is completely avoidable.
D. Exercise does not help to lessen children’s anxiety.