Generation Z encapsics: A new way for mental health!

Generation Z encapsics: A new way for mental health!

On February 9, 2025, the focus of the 2023 mental health in 2023, which this year is particularly aimed at the needs of children and adolescents. Initiatives such as "Ourgenerationz" (OGZ) play a central role here. This online community, which uses digital platforms for the concerns of Generation Z, is intended to actively integrate and motivate young people. Timo Jordan, the first district member of the SPD, emphasizes how important the inclusion of this generation is to develop suitable offers and to promote exchange.

The generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, grows up in a digital world. Therefore, the focus of the OGZ is aimed at topics related to mental health that ensure greater openness in their age group. The OGZ was founded in 2019 and is committed to the concerns of young people nationwide, supported by various actors from administration, schools and companies. The “Break The Stigma” project is used via social media such as Instagram to clarify mental illnesses and reduce prejudices.

mental health in the digital age

The younger generation has established a new openness in dealing with mental health issues in recent years. According to a survey by McKinsey & Company, 60% of gene Z speak openly about mental health, which is a clear increase compared to 45% of the millennials. This dutation enables young people to receive support for psychological problems at an early stage. Studies show that early treatment can lead to better therapy results, which again underlines the importance of information campaigns and exchange initiatives.

A central concern of the OGZ is to clarify mental health in schools. Mbaine Pene, head of the OGZ groups "OGZ vs. bullying" and "OGZ makes art", as a preventive measure to prevent future problems. Lara Laurenz, medical student and spokeswoman for the OGZ, would also like to establish pharmacies as barrier -free contact points for children and adolescents in order to offer low -threshold help.

integration and networking

The days of mental health in Rhineland-Palatinate offer a platform for discussion about the linking of analog and digital offers. The cooperation between the district administration and the OGZ is considered promising. In addition to past events that focus on the mental health of adults, an annual change of offers for children and adolescents and adults should take place in the future.

These measures aim to create a suitable support network that benefits the young generation. The OGZ gives these initiatives the opportunity to network and acquire members to further expand their commitment. Additional information about the event is available on the website of the district administration Bad Dürkheim

It can be seen that Generation Z takes a pioneering role in mental health, which is of great importance in terms of social change and the associated challenges. The OGZ and similar initiatives are crucial to continue this positive development trend.