Inside The Teen Mind: What Today's Youth Really Think About The Future
Understanding Generation Z: Today's teenagers face a future unlike any generation before them. Recent nationwide surveys reveal a complex picture of hope mixed with anxiety, pragmatism balanced with idealism. According to a 2024 Boys and Girls Clubs of America survey of over 140,000 young people, most teens report feeling happy and motivated, yet anxiety remains a constant companion. The data shows that while 72 percent of teens feel happy and 61 percent feel hopeful, 30 percent also report feeling anxious and 32 percent feel overwhelmed on a regular basis.