Archive: A Gen Z Perspective

According to the American Psychological Association’s Stress in America survey, anxiety and depression are the two most significant mental health issues among Gen Z, with 9 out of 10 individuals diagnosed with a mental health condition experiencing anxiety and 8 out of 10 experiencing depression. Notably, as digital natives, they...

In this episode, Shavonne Reed sits down with her daughter, Lauren Reed, to have a real talk about health communications and how Lauren believes we can be sparking better conversations across generations that meet people where they are to positively impact lives. This is part of our series of conversations...

In this episode, Shavonne Reed sits down with twin brothers, Khalil & Khyre Bray, to unpack their unique perspectives on their personal health journeys as well as how effective public health communicators really are at reaching their generation today. About Khalil “I’m a junior at Grambling State University where I...

For Gen Z, health and wellness are top priorities.   This younger generation is more dedicated to their physical health and mental wellbeing than past generations; their wellbeing is one of the most important aspects of their lives. Gen Z places an emphasis on holistic medicine, mental and emotional health,...

India Godfrey is a graduating senior majoring in Computer Science at the Georgia Institute of Technology with a special interest in the intersection of human interaction and technology. She is also Shavonne’s mentee. We’re on a mission to empower the healthiest generation ever through the wisdom and experience of today’s...