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Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Dear gen Z, take a lesson from this zillennial: to be cringe is to be free | Eleanor Burnard

Generation Z frequently mocks millennials as uncool, coining "cheugy", while both generations produce cringe-worthy trends.
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Scientists just discovered which age group is now the most miserable

Young adults aged 18 to 24 now report the highest unhappiness and mental-health risk globally, with Generation Z’s well-being worsening since about 2014.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Gen Z workers turn back to office jobs to combat loneliness

Many Generation Z workers are shifting from remote to office-based roles to reduce loneliness and rebuild workplace social networks.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Sam Altman says Gen Z are the 'luckiest' kids in all of history thanks to AI, despite mounting job displacement dread

Altman expressed optimism for Generation Z, stating, 'I would feel like the luckiest kid in all of history,' despite acknowledging potential job displacement from AI.
Artificial intelligence
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Why Is a Younger Generation Embracing Tanning?

There is no such thing as a safe tan. The increase in skin pigment, called melanin, which causes the tan color change in your skin is a sign of damage.
Health
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Alarming New Study Finds Smartphones Ruining Our Brains at Unprecedented Speed

Smartphone addiction is significantly deteriorating brain function, especially in Generation Z.
fromwww.courant.com
3 weeks ago

Your junk could be Gen Z's treasure. How to profit from the resurgence of Y2K fashion

The resurgence of early 2000s fashion is led by Generation Z, who have embraced the Y2K aesthetic, influencing trends through social media and thrift shopping.
Fashion & style
fromSFGATE
4 weeks ago

Veteran DJ cancels Outside Lands set, citing acute infection

Music festivals have shifted focus to younger audiences, with DJ Koze canceling his performance at Outside Lands due to health issues.
Digital life
fromFast Company
4 weeks ago

Pinterest's male audience is booming. Here's what they're searching for

Male users now represent over one-third of Pinterest's global active users, challenging typical social media stereotypes.
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Mental health

Are We Over-Therapizing the Youth Mental Health Crisis?

Generation Z is the most anxious, depressed, and medicated generation, despite increased awareness of mental health issues.
fromVogue
1 month ago

Would You Hire a Content Creator For Your Wedding?

The job description of a wedding content creator? Someone to take candid iPhone photos-and videos-of her, her fiancée, and their 80 guests that they could post on social media.
Digital life
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

He said, she said, it said: I used ChatGPT as a couple's counselor. How did we fare?

A significant portion of Generation Z utilizes AI for dating advice, finding it objective and helpful in navigating relationship challenges.
fromFuturism
1 month ago

A New Paper Just Found Something Horrifying About Kids Who Get Phones Early in Life

Access to smartphones before age 13 increases severe mental health issues in young adults.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Employers, beware: Gen Z is the 'pragmatic generation' redefining success, seeing money as just a means to an end, landmark survey says

Generation Z is characterized by a pragmatic approach to life's traditional milestones, prioritizing stability over wealth and success redefined.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

Here's Why Gen Z Is So, So Disapproving Of Couples With Age Differences

Age-disparate relationships raise ethical concerns, especially within the context of consent and power dynamics among different generations.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Rizz, drip and Skibidi toilet: A dad's guide to understanding teenage slang

Language is a living thing. It never resides in a fixed state, but is shaped and remolded by each of us as individuals, as societies, as communities.
Digital life
Higher education
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Why business schools need to teach character development

Programs that help students discern their vocation are becoming more prominent in higher education as graduates seek purpose in their work.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Someone's always watching': Gen Z is spying on each other

Location sharing services like Find My, Snap Map and Life360 are hugely popular among members of Generation Z, who use the apps to strengthen social bonds and make everything from meeting up at a concert to planning study dates easier.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Young Europeans losing faith in democracy, poll finds

Support for democracy among young people in Europe varies significantly, with only half in France and Spain seeing it as the best government form, while Poland has lower support.
EU data protection
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Nothing Glyph Matrix on an iPhone?? This LED Case makes it possible... - Yanko Design

Picdance has developed an innovative iPhone case featuring a customizable LED matrix screen that allows users to express their personality through pixel art and interactive designs.
Gadgets
Venture
fromFast Company
2 months ago

How to understand the new work expectations of Gen Z

Generation Z values practicality in the workplace, often prioritizing work-life balance and efficiency over traditional career paths.
Parenting
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Why are young people taking fewer risks? - Harvard Gazette

Young people today are increasingly risk-averse due to a complex mix of overparenting and societal fears.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Digital solidarity: How Iran's Gen Z is dealing with war online

With conventional safe havens out of reach and communication networks under heavy surveillance or blocked entirely, Iran's Generation Z are carving out new refuges in the digital world.
Women in technology
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 months ago

el departamento sculpts sensory-driven gen Z interiors for bershka ibiza flagship store

Bershka's new flagship store redefines retail with a sensory, sculptural environment that resonates with the cultural context of Ibiza, targeting Generation Z.
Graphic design
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Gen Z awkwardly transitions into 'Adults'

Adults, a new sitcom featuring a group of friends living in Queens, New York, captures the quintessential trials and tribulations of 20-somethings in relatable, humorous ways.
Arts
fromHer Campus
3 months ago

Rules of Engagement for Instagram: A Guide to Navigating Social Media

Social media has become as fundamentally significant as a cell phone number for Generation Z, shaping their social interactions and access to information.
Social media marketing
Marketing tech
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Does Your Business Really Need to Follow Customer Service Trends? | HackerNoon

Not all customer service trends are essential; evaluate their relevance to your business.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Would You Rather Be Influential or Be an "Influencer"?

To be an "influencer", then, has become a single targeted goal, not the byproduct or consequence of significant self-driven work or actions.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Folk, fiddles and foot-stomping: how gen Z rebooted old-school Norwegian music

Tuvas Blodklubb has opened up folk music experiences to a broader audience, notably the LGBTQ+ community, distinguishing it as a modern, inclusive venue for young people.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Climate extremists make our kids despair - and groom them to join the left's crusades

Extreme privilege and fame have never been a recipe for emotional stability, but today's Hollywood offspring seem especially unequipped to face reality.
NYC parents
fromWWD
3 months ago

Beauty's Digital Future: Listrak's Jaime Elden Talks AI, Social Commerce and Gen Z Influence

"Fragrance is booming with young men and boys who are spending $200, $300 or even $400 on luxury brands... My son saw it on TikTok and we came back with lots of perfume from Europe."
Marketing tech
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago

Handheld gadget concept lets you go on a digital detox while being connected - Yanko Design

OFFit is a compact digital device designed to promote digital well-being by allowing users to control their app access and exposure to harmful content.
Digital life
fromFast Company
3 months ago

4 insights for Gen Z's graduating class of 2025 from a business professor

Define your own values to understand what success means to you.
#workplace-culture
fromForbes
3 months ago
Remote teams

4 Workplace Rules Gen Z Is Breaking And Thriving Because Of It

Gen Z's rejection of traditional workplace norms is reshaping productivity and benefitting businesses.
fromThe Globe and Mail
4 months ago
Remote teams

The overachiever's guide to slacking off at work

Young workers are redefining workplace culture by prioritizing well-being through flexible work arrangements and technology.
Employee engagement is at historic lows, signaling a shift in how workers view their roles and companies.
Remote teams
fromForbes
3 months ago

4 Workplace Rules Gen Z Is Breaking And Thriving Because Of It

Gen Z's rejection of traditional workplace norms is reshaping productivity and benefitting businesses.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Shocking majority of Gen Zers would marry AI, think it could replace human connection: poll

Generation Z is open to forming emotional connections with AI partners, with many considering marriage if it were legal.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

First-time homebuyers account for record share of agency lending

First-time buyers, especially Gen Z, dominate the housing market despite affordability challenges, achieving record mortgage shares.
fromFuturism
4 months ago

A Staggering Number of Gen Z Think AI Is Already Conscious

A considerable portion of Generation Z expresses belief in AI's potential consciousness and its future takeover, reflecting a unique relationship with technology and its implications.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Is the gym gen Z's pub? podcast

When you see social media promoting workouts as key to feeling and looking better, it's pivotal to note that this often veers into individualistic mental health posturing.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Coachella 2025 highlights: a sweaty, star-packed year with thrills for all ages

Coachella is facing identity challenges as attendees grapple with high costs and physical demands, leading to financial insecurities among festival-goers.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
4 months ago

How mobile devices shape the way Gen Z interacts with brands, spends money

Mobile marketing significantly influences Gen Z purchasing decisions in Poland, with mobile devices integral to their identity and brand interactions.
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