For decades, happiness followed a U-curve—high in youth, dipping in midlife, and rising again in later years. ⠀ But new global data from over 200,000 people shows that curve is flattening. Young adults today (ages 18–29) are reporting lower levels of happiness, meaning, mental and physical health, strong relationships, and financial security than ever before. ⠀ Experts are asking: Are we truly investing in youth well-being—or just watching the decline? ⠀ The culprit? Less time with friends. More time on screens. Sky-high pressure to perform. Fewer community ties. And rising global anxiety. ⠀ We don’t just need to talk about it—we need to act. #YouthMentalHealth #FlourishingStudy #WellbeingMatters #GenerationUnhappy #SocialConnection #MentalHealthAwareness #TheCrucialYears #APA #LonelinessCrisis