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Compared with older generations today, members of Gen Z are much more likely to report experiencing negative emotions such as stress, anxiety and loneliness, according to a new study. ChayTee/iStockphoto/Getty Images A smaller share of Gen Z is thriving compared to millennials at the same age, and members of Gen Z are far less likely to describe their mental health as “excellent,” according to a new study. “Less than half (47%) of Gen Z Americans are thriving in their lives

As the largest generation in history, Gen Z is shaping the future of our societies, economies and businesses. They are self-driven, collaborative and deeply diverse. They value authenticity, flexibility and practical solutions to complex challenges. Yet, Gen Z is often misunderstood. They are hyperconnected and creative, with a keen awareness of the world’s problems — from climate change to inequality. But this constant engagement comes at a cost, and we are only beginning to

As the first digital-native generation, Gen Z is exposed to global instability in a way that no other generation has been.Skynesher | E+ | Getty Images As the first digital native generation, Gen Z is grappling with exposure to global instability in a way that no other generation has. “We were raised with war bleeding through our screens ... we’ve seen more armed drones, missiles and mutilated children before 9 a.m. than any generation before us,” said 25-year-old neuroscienc

TOMORROW X TOGETHER and BIGHIT MUSIC will contribute US$1.4 million to UNICEF over the next two years, with plans to raise additional funds through fan engagement and other activities. Source: Bighit Music NEW YORK, 30 SEPTEMBER 2025 – Gen Z icons TOMORROW X TOGETHER, its record label BIGHIT MUSIC, and UNICEF announced a new partnership today to support the mental well-being of young people worldwide. The partnership was launched at an event at UNICEF Headquarters in New Yor

A new survey reveals that 51% of Gen Z in Asia are experiencing poor mental health post-pandemic as they struggle to separate work and personal life. If Gen Z — the ‘future of work’ — is already feeling burnt out today, what lies ahead then? | Source: Shutterstock The future lies in the youth. We’ve heard this line repeatedly that while it serves as an inspiration for Generation Z , it’s also probably adding to the mounting pressure they’re carrying. Gen Zers currently accoun

Support from adults can help young people nurture social connections This article is the second in a series on youth mental health co-written by youth development researcher Kathryn Bates and young people with experience of mental health conditions. The messages and formats of each article were led by the youth co-writers, and draw on both lived experiences and evidence from the research. We might assume that loneliness is most likely to affect older people – but 16- to 2

Why are resilience and mental health such critical issues for Generation Z? Elizabeth Oldfield and Freya India discuss the influence of social media, individualism, left–wing ideas and changes in parenting on Gen Z. We explore themes such as divorce and family breakdown, the pervasive influence of the mental health narratives on youth and the search for identity and spiritual meaning in a disenchanted world.Freya India is a Gen Z writer and journalist, featured in The Spectat

The debate is about a lot more than a look. According to many Zoomers, concerning reports of a “Gen Z stare” may be overblown. If it exists, they say, it’s simply a response to the idiocy of their elders . Somehow, though, the concept — recently articulated on TikTok — gained instant recognition from millennials, Gen X, and boomers, who describe it as a blank, if not worried, look as a response to a direct question or interaction. Sometimes, it can be a lack of any greeting