“The Silent Struggles of Our Next Generation”

From fire drills to active shooter lockdowns, today’s youth have been navigating a world full of emergencies long before reaching adulthood. Add the isolation, anxiety, and depression brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it’s no wonder mental health challenges are at an all-time high.

Studies reveal that Gen Z is 27% more likely to report poor mental health and 37% more likely to seek therapy compared to previous generations. These struggles aren’t left behind in childhood—they follow into college, where trauma and anxiety significantly impact success. Nearly 40% of college students drop out each year, with many citing overwhelming stress and trauma as the cause.

Why does this matter for chain breaking moms like us?

Because breaking generational cycles starts with understanding how trauma affects our kids’ future.

Supporting their mental health—whether they choose college or another path—empowers them to thrive in a world stacked with challenges.

Let’s continue to build the tools, the love, and the resilience they need to rewrite their story.

It starts with us.