Most twenty-somethings feel worried 'all the time' (2024)

Top worries for those in their twenties today:

1. The future
2. Financial security
3. The health/mortality of my loved ones
4. My own health
5. Getting on the property ladder
6. Job security
7. Climate change
8. The economy
9. Crime
10. Violence
11. My own mortality
12. Political instability

Top worries for baby boomers (51+) at the same age:

1. Financial security
2. Job security
3. The future
4. The health/mortality of my loved ones
5. Getting on the property ladder
6. My own health
7. Violence
8. Nuclear war
9. My own mortality
10. Crime
11. Global conflict
12. Societal tensions

• Talk about your worries
• Make sure you’re sleeping well
• Eat regular meals that make you feel good
• Cut down on things that make you jittery, like coffee, energy drinks, and booze
• Try meditation or mindfulness
• Do some gentle exercise

For emotional support you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person or go to the Samaritans website.

If you're a young person, or concerned about a young person, you can also contact PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide UK. Their HOPELINK digital support platform is open 24/7, or you can call 0800 068 4141, text07860039967 or email:pat@papyrus-uk.org between the hours of 9am and midnight.