This chapter examines the troubling decrease in well-being and happiness among young adults in the U.S., marked by rising mental health issues like anxiety and depression. It contrasts the expected U-shaped happiness curve and reveals how social media and societal pressures exacerbate feelings of inadequacy. The conversation also highlights the growing concerns about climate change and its impact on the mental state of younger generations.
Round Table's Happy Place! / World studies have shown that the happiness of today's youth is worse than previous generations. Young adults are now dealing with more stress and anxiety than ever before. But are social media and digital devices the only culprits (12:25)? On the show: Heyang, Li Yi & Steve Hatherly