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- Tue Feb 25, 2025 8:30 pm
- Forum: Mental health of youth - the influence of social networks
- Topic: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
- Replies: 195
- Views: 736774
Re: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
It’s a mix of both. Studies show that social media can actually rewire the brain, especially in young people whose brains are still developing. The more time we spend scrolling, the more our attention spans shorten, and the more we rely on instant gratification. Instead of engaging in real-life conv...
- Tue Feb 25, 2025 5:55 pm
- Forum: Housing issue of young people in the WB6 – how to solve it?
- Topic: Housing issue of young people in the WB6 – How to Solve It?
- Replies: 159
- Views: 454961
Re: Housing issue of young people in the WB6 – How to Solve It?
I wanted to start a discussion about the worsening housing crisis in the Western Balkans. Finding an affordable place to live—whether renting or buying—feels nearly impossible. High prices, low wages, and poor regulations are making it harder for young people to become independent. What are the main...
- Mon Feb 24, 2025 6:36 pm
- Forum: Western Balkan Youth Migration - Causes and Effects
- Topic: Western Balkan Youth Migration
- Replies: 215
- Views: 5568454
Re: Western Balkan Youth Migration
That’s the problem—most of us don’t believe the future can be better. If you grow up seeing corruption, poor job prospects, and no real change, why would you stay? Hope is a privilege many of us don’t have.
- Thu Feb 20, 2025 2:23 pm
- Forum: Mental health of youth - the influence of social networks
- Topic: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
- Replies: 195
- Views: 736774
Re: Mental health of youth- The influence of social networks
Social media isn’t all bad for mental health—it can actually help in many ways. It can make people realize they might be struggling by showing them stories and experiences of others dealing with anxiety, depression, or stress. Seeing these posts can help someone understand their feelings and know t...
- Tue Feb 18, 2025 4:49 pm
- Forum: Housing issue of young people in the WB6 – how to solve it?
- Topic: Housing issue of young people in the WB6 – How to Solve It?
- Replies: 159
- Views: 454961
Re: Housing issue of young people in the WB6 – How to Solve It?
Yes, I do think this mindset will become more common in the future. As housing prices continue to rise, especially in larger cities, and the financial burden of buying property becomes more overwhelming, many young people will likely turn to renting as a more practical and flexible option. With wage...
