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Struggling or Snowflakes? The Gen Z Mental Health Story

Society
United Kingdom
Started May 22, 2026

Why has there been such an increase in young people diagnosed with mental health problems? Are Gen Z less resilient than older generations, or have they been seriously let down? Has therapy culture gone too far – or not far enough? Why are there so many young people doing absolutely nothing? Is it laziness, or something else?This week, Vicky Spratt is joined by three guests: psychologist and expert in adolescent mental health, Dr Lucy Folkues, researcher and co-author of “inside the mind of a...

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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 22, 2026
Therapy culture is essential for Gen Z, providing necessary tools for self-awareness and coping, but it must be balanced with traditional resilience-building methods.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 22, 2026
Gen Z's increased mental health diagnoses reflect a society that is finally recognizing and addressing mental health issues, not a lack of resilience.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 22, 2026
The perception that young people are 'doing nothing' often overlooks the systemic barriers they face, including economic instability and mental health challenges.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 22, 2026
Labeling Gen Z as 'snowflakes' distracts from the real issues of mental health and societal pressures that contribute to their struggles.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • May 22, 2026
The rise in mental health issues among Gen Z may indicate a decline in resilience, as they are less equipped to handle life's challenges compared to older generations.
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