How are young people balancing a bleak world-view with a distinct sense of humour? Why do values-led Zers sometimes shop unethically? And how will their attitudes to health be shaped by COVID-19?
Anxious about gun violence and climate change, Gen Zers are stern and serious beyond their years. But off the clock, they’re using nihilistic humour to laugh at the end of the world.
While reneging on ethics isn’t unique to Zers, they’re more open and accepting of individuals taking contradictory stances than generations that came before.
While the rest of the world bemoans tech’s effects, Gen Zers are pulling up their bootstraps and adapting online environments to fit their lives and habits.
Health-conscious Gen Zers don’t always feel well-served by the existing structures in place. As a result, they’re exploring alternative wellness avenues to fill the gaps.
