A new survey finds the most stressed out generation, turns out to be the youngest generation.
'Millenials' are defined as men and women ages 18-34. The 'Millenial' generation reports higher stress level than their parents' and even grandparents' generations.
The survey, conducted by the American Psychological Association, asked over 2,000 adults- How stressed are you? They were asked to rate stress from 1 (meaning very little to none) to 10 (meaning a great deal).
The results of the APA Survey actually shows Millenials and Generation X'ers tied, giving themselves an average personal stress assessment of 5.4. But more millenials said their stress level had increased in the last year.
Pyschologist Pauline Wallin says even though the average is in the middle, that's not always the case. "5.4 on average, being stressed means, kind of being vigilant and alert. It isn't totally stressed out and totally unfocused. So averages can mask the extremes."
Extremes like Jackie Peters, a millenial, going back to school with four kids. "We have bills, and the prices are up sky high, taking care of all the kids. It makes life way more stressful, more than it has to be.
Even younger millenials tell us, they are feeling overwhelmed. One person told us technology is a reason for stress. "I think times were easier back when you didn't have cellphones, didn't text. When you were away from everything. You can't get away from anything now.
Older generations know the stressors, they've coped and overcome hurdles themselves, but times have changed.
Some tips to manage stress? Make a decision and set reasonable goals to help you feel more control over your life.
'Millenials' are defined as men and women ages 18-34. The 'Millenial' generation reports higher stress level than their parents' and even grandparents' generations.
The survey, conducted by the American Psychological Association, asked over 2,000 adults- How stressed are you? They were asked to rate stress from 1 (meaning very little to none) to 10 (meaning a great deal).
The results of the APA Survey actually shows Millenials and Generation X'ers tied, giving themselves an average personal stress assessment of 5.4. But more millenials said their stress level had increased in the last year.
Pyschologist Pauline Wallin says even though the average is in the middle, that's not always the case. "5.4 on average, being stressed means, kind of being vigilant and alert. It isn't totally stressed out and totally unfocused. So averages can mask the extremes."
Extremes like Jackie Peters, a millenial, going back to school with four kids. "We have bills, and the prices are up sky high, taking care of all the kids. It makes life way more stressful, more than it has to be.
Even younger millenials tell us, they are feeling overwhelmed. One person told us technology is a reason for stress. "I think times were easier back when you didn't have cellphones, didn't text. When you were away from everything. You can't get away from anything now.
Older generations know the stressors, they've coped and overcome hurdles themselves, but times have changed.
Some tips to manage stress? Make a decision and set reasonable goals to help you feel more control over your life.