Why Depression Is So Common in Younger Generations [Gen Z]

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Depression is extremely common in younger generations. Especially Gen Z. Here's why.

ABOUT THE SERIES:
Depression in children looks completely different than it does in adults - and it leads to complex mental health problems later in life. The good news is that with the education that this series provides, it can be properly treated, managed, and even prevented. Psychiatrist Dr. Domenick Sportelli kicks off this 6-episode series by explaining what constitutes depression in children: when does a “bad temper” or agitation in your child signal actual clinical depression? Dr. Dom then dives into the causes: is depression in children caused by genetics, parenting styles, the environment, or something else? He breaks down the 8 major signs of depression in children you need to know, crucial support strategies that parents should use during the screening process for childhood depression, and how to navigate the tricky road of finding the right depression treatment for your child. He even enlightens parents on some of the latest cutting-edge research on depression treatments for children. Dr. Dom ends the series with the tried-and-true crucial strategies for preventing depression relapse in your child. These strategies will ensure that you’re setting your child up for successful maintenance of their mental wellness as they grow older. This is your parenting toolbox for tackling depression in children early.

[genericchannel]

We have social media - theres higher standards to life now - your appearance, your lifestyle, your relationships, your future and how uncertain it is

[susannebaum]

I'm sorry, but from my experience, the older generations have a TON of undiagnosed mood disorders and PTSD. Just because they didn't seek the help of a therapist don't mean that they didn't lash out on everyone around them. Look at divorce rates of older generations. Look at anger issues and spousal abuse. Look how fucked up the views of older people is on what it means to live together. I've heard more than once from boomers who never were near a therapist telling me how they want to kill themselves if not for kids and they just drop this in normal conversations. The older generation is depressed and they let it out in uncontrolled anger and give it to the next gen

[xfortunesquex]

I wonder if the increase in depression is a more accurate representation of mental health issues in younger people because Gen Z are open about their struggles. I should have been in therapy as a teenager, and so should have most of my friends. Countless Millennials and Gen Xers have been diagnosed much later with ADHD, depression, and anxiety. They're finally getting treatment, and many had to reach a major crisis to get help. Gen Z is very smart to start the conversation now. I think they're going to do great things in the future.

[roshnianantharaman]

I feel like depression is increasing because of how competitive the society is getting, we are pressured to do our best but also are expected to be perfect

[roxismith]

My 39 year old son told his 13 year old son that he never had a cell phone when he was that age and his response was " That's because they weren't invented yet!"

[anthonyramirez]

I absolutely agree. We can’t compare how it was to how it is now. That’s completely unfair and very invalidating to anyone who’s going through a hard time right now. Your feelings are valid and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.

[sionv]

Is it an actual increase in mood disorders, suicide, self harm or is it an increase in visibility? With the internet, it's so much easier to share our struggles and the younger generation (me included) find it more acceptable to admit/express/share that struggle. And I think it's a good thing in that you know that you're not alone.

[soundsoflife]

If you don't overprotect there is always someone ready to run to CPS to report you or call the police now. My parents generation could relax because people and laws were more relaxed. By today's standard my mother and grandmother would have been in trouble with the law and they are/were great parents IMO.

[saintbrush]

I mean, I couldn't even talk to my parents about my mental health without them getting angry. I think it's the destigmatizing of depression that increases the reported cases.

[williamriveley]

I'm 33. And I have major depression, anxiety, social anxiety, ptsd. I am also very shy and introverted in person.

[forever_evolving_]

Social media and economic stressors. Social media portrays everyone in this perfect light. We have too much access to people's personal lives: Who's getting married, who's a home owner, who's having kids, who has their perfect dream job, etc. A lot of people are over worked and underpaid, working two jobs just to make ends meet. People are more isolated than ever before because everyone's so lazy and prefers to swipe for friendships. Friendships are only for pics for the gram, nothing of substance. No, I'm not surprised the suicide rates are up...

[teslaandhumanity]

Were more aware of depression and can recognise it, there’s less shame .

[warlockofwordsreturnsrb]

There were a lot of businessmen jumping out of windows during the market crash of '29.

[samulookii]

Heres a bit of explanation for the waygen Z acts:

We usually have depression or anxiety because of the stress from the other generations or that most of us come from broken families. My mother put pressure on me so much that I broke. Once I broke down in the car, begging her to stop yelling. We cant look our parents in the eye because we are scared. I'm scared to do so. It hurts not being able to talk to your parents because *THEY* are the ones that go and post your pictures, and status on social media without your permission. I do agree some of us spend too much time indoors, but it is the other generations fault they made it so all we needed was there. *We* didn't create technology, smartphones, wifi, or games. All we did was get lured into *their* trap.

[hpjheuv]

boomers need to understand this. Gen-Z was a huge shift.

[jennessacard]

The cost of renting is so high. It's impossible to live anywhere decent even if you have a good job.

[asena-]

The moment when you don’t want to die but don’t wanna live as well.... welcome in my head guys😗✌🏻

[TSG_]

I’m 23 and still have occasional phases of pretty extreme depression. My stressors are mostly economical. Even if I want to learn skills, it’s so expensive and risky, not to mention time consuming, that despite the fact I’ve wanted to change my life... it’s just not happening.

[Cryptonymicus]

100+ years ago admitting to any kind of mental disorder would have stigmatized the entire family so who would even have permitted a child or spouse to be evaluated? 100+ years ago no one had the money for a psychiatrist and medicine had no solutions for depression or anything else.

[setton]

I'm a 19 year old that's been dealing with depression for a long time now and I'm still asking myself why am I so depressed? I have little to no excuse I have just about everything I need or want with people that love me and want the best for me. Yet I'm still depressed. Many people have it way worse than I do and actually may have, what I feel anyways, are legitimate reasons for being depressed.
(Like the guy in the video without the glasses I guess)