With rising living costs and home prices, many 18-year-olds are starting their adult lives feeling that traditional milestones, like homeownership, are out of reach .
Psychologists now often refer to 18-year-olds as emerging adults rather than just teens. This stage is defined by: teens 18yo
It’s a period of intense questioning regarding work, values, and love. Modern Pressures and Challenges With rising living costs and home prices, many
The prefrontal cortex—responsible for decision-making and self-control—is still developing at 18, making this group naturally more sensitive to stress and emotional overload. teens 18yo
Nearly half of young adults reported a mental illness or substance use disorder recently, with climate anxiety and academic burnout being primary drivers. A New Kind of Hope