Gen Z has often been labeled as the most anxious generation, and according to YPulse’s Mental Health report, that perception isn’t entirely far-fetched. Today, 76% of 13-24-year-olds say they feel anxious about the future—a number that has actually increased from 71% in 2022. For a gen that came of age during a pandemic, economic uncertainty, and a non-stop feeling of “doom” thanks to social media, stress has become more of a constant backdrop in Gen Z’s lives than an occasional feeling. And while Gen Z is still turning to more familiar wellness habits to manage that stress—YPulse data shows 13-24-year-olds have spent the past year starting new workout routines, taking mental health days, and stepping away from...
9/4/25
10 Trends to Know 2025 Trend Report
YPulse’s trend reports cover big shifts in youth culture—but what about the smaller ones? Whe...
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