Youth Mental Health Crisis: Why Is It Getting Worse?
Youth Mental Health Crisis: Why Is It Getting Worse? 🌍 A Dark Cloud Over Young Minds Recent studies and statistics reveal a troubling reality: youth mental health is under serious strain . Traditionally, midlife was seen as the hardest stage of life. But today, evidence shows that young adults in their 20s and early 30s are experiencing higher levels of anxiety, depression, and burnout than any other age group. In the U.S., surveys indicate that Gen Z’s mental health indicators are twice as poor compared to older generations. In South Korea as well, suicide rates among people in their 20s remain among the highest in the OECD, and more young people are seeking counseling each year. ⚡ Why Are Young People Struggling More? – Four Key Factors Several overlapping pressures make young people more vulnerable to mental health challenges today: Economic Pressure – job insecurity, housing costs, rising living expenses Social Comparison – the endless cycle of comparison f...