Generation Z is riddled with mental health issues‚ but some have doubts that more therapy is really the answer. Gen Z‚ often defined as young people between ages 12 and 27 has worse mental health‚ lower self-confidence‚ and generally more dissatisfaction with life than older generations‚ one study found last year. Overall‚ only 33% of young adults say their mental health is “excellent” or “good” compared to 48% of other adults‚ according to the study. Similarly‚ another survey from 2022 found that Americans from 18 to 24 report high rates of mental health challenges‚ impediments to effective work‚ and worries about the future. A whopping 55% of Gen Z young adults 18 to 24 also say they have either been diagnosed with or have received treatment for mental illness‚ well above the rate of older groups‚ the 2022 survey found. The pandemic also notably increased the mental health crisis among both young adults and children. Author Abigail Shrier posited recently that the youngest generation might be less resilient because they are encouraged to focus on their bad feelings under the guise of working them out. “Millennials thought they could do anything. They were the Mark Zuckerberg generation‚” Shrier said during an appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast last month on the release day for her latest book‚ “Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren’t Growing Up.” “We’re not seeing that with these young people. They don’t want to be in charge. They’re afraid‚” Shrier said. Therapy‚ she suggested‚ might not be helping as much as we think it is. Shrier cited studies where teens who were taught coping techniques for emotional regulation became even sadder and more anxious. “The reason was regularly ruminating on your bad feelings can make you feel worse‚” Shrier said. “The amazing story of human history is — doesn’t mean it’s not painful‚ but — of resilience. They get on. They aren’t permanently suffering with mental illness.” To be fair‚ some of Gen Z’s anxieties are backed in reality‚ such as their mounting concerns about their financial future‚ but this is all the more reason therapy might not be the answer to dealing with these outside problems. Inflation has spiked over the last several years‚ and wage growth has not kept up. Housing prices continue to rise‚ making rent unaffordable in many areas for entry level workers and putting home ownership out of reach of even young people with established careers. When Gen Z looks back at their parents’ and grandparents’ generations they wonder whether they will ever experience financial security in the same way. Only 37% of Gen Z workers said they believe most people in the country have economic opportunities‚ a data point that showcases the generation’s potent economic pessimism‚ the 2022 survey found. About 26% of Gen Z workers said they think their pay does not allow them a good quality of life‚ compared to 20% of older workers. A whopping 77% of Gen Z workers said they were looking for a new job‚ nearly double the rate of older workers. Dovetailing with Gen Z’s pessimism about their financial future‚ they also tend to distrust political and societal institutions‚ including Congress‚ the news‚ the presidency‚ police‚ and large technology companies‚ a Gallup study from last year showed. “Science” is the only institution trusted by a majority of Gen Z young people. This distrust seems to grow as young people grow up and approach their early 20s — younger Gen Z kids ages 12 to 18 who are still in K-12 school are more trusting of institutions than those over 18. Against this challenging economic backdrop‚ the newest adult generation’s lack of motivation is somewhat understandable. However‚ at the same time‚ a slew of mental conditions have become popular content on social media including Tourettes Syndrome‚ ADHD‚ autism‚ anxiety‚ and depression. Many young people are eager to diagnose themselves and find community online with others who supposedly share their trendy condition. While some may indeed have these conditions‚ critics say a dose of good‚ old-fashioned tough love — and maybe a social media detox — could help steer those who wrongly self-diagnosed towards a more fulfilling purpose. On the bright side‚ Gen Z is reportedly less likely to suffer from imposter syndrome at work‚ and there are signs this generation could be primed to be more optimistic and mentally healthy given the right circumstances. Some Gen Z members say they are eager to harness the power of social media to start influential movements‚ but certain things are extremely important to them including higher starting salaries and flexibility in work scheduling. Gen Z is the largest generation in the world‚ making up about 32% of the 7.7 billion people on earth. They are more numerous than their older siblings the millennials and even bigger than the huge baby boomer generation. There may not be a silver bullet to fix all their problems‚ but their success or failure will have an enormous effect on the future.

The nation has been shaken to its core as hundreds of illegal immigrants brazenly stormed past the concertina wire and poured over the border in El Paso. This flagrant display of lawlessness has sparked outrage and concern among conservatives‚ who view it as a blatant disregard for our country's sovereignty. As the media tries to spin this event as a "peaceful protest" or "humanitarian crisis"‚ it's time to shed light on the true conservative perspective. First and foremost‚ it must be stated that our country has always welcomed legal immigrants with open arms. However‚ these individuals have chosen to ignore the proper channels and instead have forced their way into our country‚ disregarding our laws and putting themselves and others at risk. This type of behavior cannot be tolerated or condoned. This breach of our southern border has been brought to you by the Biden Administration and supported by the GOP.pic.twitter.com/bAPUa6vR2F — General (@TheGeneral_0) March 22‚ 2024 Furthermore‚ this incident is just one example of the growing threat of illegal immigration. It is no secret that our southern border has been a hotbed for criminal activity‚ from drug trafficking to human smuggling. The influx of illegal immigrants only exacerbates these issues and puts our citizens in danger. As conservatives‚ we believe in protecting our borders and keeping our communities safe. Despite what the mainstream media may try to portray‚ this was not a peaceful protest. Reports indicate that some individuals were armed with weapons and even threw rocks at border patrol agents. This type of aggression and violence should not be tolerated in any situation‚ and it is clear that these individuals have no respect for the rule of law. #BREAKING: Hundreds of Illegal Immigrants can be seen Scrambling Across Southern Border Amid Fencing Breach ⁰#EIPaso | #Texas Currently happening due to a breach in the border fencing in El Paso‚ Texas‚ hundreds of illegal immigrants can be seen making a mad dash as they… pic.twitter.com/ohALIfh1rP — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) March 21‚ 2024 Moreover‚ the fact that these illegal immigrants were able to breach the concertina wire highlights the need for stronger border security. President Trump has been advocating for a border wall since his campaign‚ and this incident serves as a stark reminder of why it is necessary. It is time to prioritize the safety and security of our nation and its citizens. Let's also not forget the impact this event has on legal immigrants who have followed the proper procedures to come to this country. They have patiently waited and followed the rules‚ only to see others blatantly disregard them and still be granted entry. This is not fair to those who have played by the rules and it sends the wrong message to those who are considering legal immigration. Additionally‚ this incident further exposes the failures of the Biden administration's immigration policies. The lax enforcement and rhetoric of the current administration has created an environment where illegal immigrants feel emboldened to make dangerous and illegal crossings. It is time for our leaders to take responsibility and address this issue before it spirals out of control. In conclusion‚ the breach of the concertina wire and the pouring of illegal immigrants over the border in El Paso is a grave violation of our laws and a threat to our nation's security. As conservatives‚ we stand firmly against this type of lawlessness and call for stronger border security measures to be implemented. It's time for our leaders to put the safety and well-being of our country and its citizens first. The post Take a Stand: A Conservative Perspective on the Illegal Border Breach That Has Rocked the Nation appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Jack Black is enjoying a fantastic career in Hollywood. He has brought us classic movies such as “School of Rock” and the animated series “Kung Fu Panda.” He recently played Lizzo’s on-screen husband in an episode of “The Mandalorian.” Fans can’t seem to get enough of this larger-than-life star. He is also a parent to two teenage boys‚ Sammy (Samuel‚ 17) and Tommy (Thomas‚ 15). When Jack Black offers parenting advice‚ he speaks with the voice of experience. @jackblack Here’s an awesome tip for helping children with their reading. Did you know that putting subtitles/captions on kids’ shows massively improves their levels of literacy? Here’s a little video of me explaining it. Feel free to share with your friends. #turnonthesubtitles @Turn On The Subtitles ♬ original sound – Jack Black If you have children‚ you have heard‚ “March is Reading Month.” Almost all public schools celebrate literacy during March to emphasize the importance of reading. Guest readers join elementary school classrooms to read aloud to children. Libraries hold contests and special events to promote literacy. With that in mind‚ Jack Black’s special message to parents is spot-on and timely. Jack Black asks parents to turn on the subtitles on their viewing devices in the message. This simple trick displays the words for videos‚ TV programs‚ and movies at the bottom of the screen. While children watch TV and listen‚ they also see the words displayed. This simple action helps the children put the sound with the written word‚ which helps their reading. They won’t even realize that they are learning! Images from Wikimedia Commons and TikTok. In the short TikTok video‚ Jack Black discusses how everyone desires “awesomeness.” To attain such a lofty goal‚ “turn on subtitles.” He reminds us there is time to get our kids back on track and improve their reading. Reading is a part of being awesome. According to his TikTok video‚ turning on the subtitles can double your child’s reading ability. It is that easy! Please share this message with other parents in your circle. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Jack Black Offers Sage Parenting Wisdom With Incredibly Simple Trick appeared first on InspireMore.

When a couple discovered this dog alone in the woods‚ they knew they had to rescue the poor pooch. This skinny pitbull was clearly starving and barely hanging onto life! So‚ they lured the pup out of the forest and into their car using food. It would be a long road to recovery‚ and they weren’t sure if the dog would make it. In the meantime‚ they named her Halo. After getting the proper medical treatments‚ the dog they’d rescued from the woods was starting to do better. Stacey‚ the woman who found Halo along with her partner‚ learned that the pooch was fully blind. Veterinarians also guessed that the pitbull was around 10 years old. Thanks to the kind people who rescued her from starvation in the woods‚ this dog has gotten a second chance at life. Stacey and her family supported Halo throughout her recovery‚ making sure she got the love and care she needed to get better. However‚ this was only a temporary solution. Eventually‚ the family took Halo to a special shelter where she could be adopted. Now‚ Halo lives at Lucky Dog Refuge‚ where she has spacious accommodations and plenty of affection from the crew. Since her health has improved‚ they believe she’s ready to move on to her forever home. Lucky Dog is helping her find the perfect match for her personality! Screengrab from Facebook It’s incredible to see how much this dog has changed since being rescued from her tragic situation in the woods. Healthy‚ happy‚ and full of life‚ you wouldn’t recognize Halo as the same pooch! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Rescuers Find Skeletal Pup Abandoned In The Woods — And Not A Moment Too Soon appeared first on InspireMore.

If animals could talk‚ I’d love to hear what this fox and cat have to say about their unexpected encounter. Although we don’t get to see what prompts their “conversation‚” we come in at a point where the cat is chasing her new fox friend — or her potential friend‚ at least. She chases him all the way out into the street where they maintain a distance. Eventually‚ though‚ they warily approach each other. The fox gets bolder‚ getting quite close to the feline. Then‚ suddenly‚ the two of them take off as if they agreed on it. They continue this game for a bit until they scurry out of view from the person capturing this wholesome moment on camera. Like many others‚ I was surprised to see a fox and cat interact so closely with one another‚ and in such a kind way. But according to quite a few comments‚ this type of interaction is more common than you might think. Fox and Cat Form a Wholesome Friendship “Delightful! I saw my two cats sitting about 6ft apart from a fox‚ very early one morning‚” one person writes. “They all just sat on the pavement‚ chilling. I was terrified the fox was going to attack the cats but eventually it wandered-off across the road and they watched it go. Obviously‚ just hanging-out for a bit.” “A few years back I was at my girlfriends house‚ and we noticed that her cat was laying on next doors lawn in the sunshine with a fox as happy as can be‚” another person shares. “They both looked very comfortable with each other.” Here’s to unlikely friendships that help make the world a little bit brighter! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Daily Dose Of Adorable: Fox And Cat Caught Playing Together In Silly Video appeared first on InspireMore.

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A post shared on social media purportedly shows footage of French President Emmanuel Macron in the 1990s dancing in a wig. Macron before the beginning of political life! 1998‚ dancing at the disco with a wig pic.twitter.com/OUWz96DEmZ — AN (@FunFact75878288) March 16‚ 2024 Verdict: False The claim is inaccurate. Fact Check: France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron […]

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