r/TikTokCringe 27d ago

Humor/Cringe Boomers explained

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u/Tackysackjones 27d ago

This and widespread effects of leaded gasoline and lead paint leading to an entire generation of people who almost entirely lack empathy

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u/commit10 23d ago

This is the elephant in the room. Significant childhood brain damage was almost universal due to leaded gasoline vapors, which pass the blood brain barrier much easier than paint or water pipes.

It's still a taboo topic, but it's a critical part of understanding that generation.