Since the pandemic began, mental health hotlines have seen an approximate 40% increase in the number of calls and emails they’ve been receiving, and the vast majority of those are from people under 25 - the Millennial and Gen Z generations.
How can ministry leaders and parents show up for young adults and teens who are struggling with anxiety? Especially since many in that age range were already struggling with mental health before the COVID pandemic began.
Dr. Kara Powell, author and Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute, shares practical tips on how to start a conversation, ways you can help and valuable resources you can utilize.