Last year was an unusual year, with Brexit and the Trump victory changing the political landscape and creating a period of flux, and a great sense of unease. Fuelled by the media, this has led to great speculation about the future – jobs, economic prospects, ability to travel freely, and more. Not surprisingly, this has affected young people, and, according to the Prince’s Trust Macquarie Youth Index, released last week, some 28 per cent of people between the ages of 16 and 25 don’t feel in control of their lives.
This national survey assesses the wellbeing of young people across numerous criteria, including family life and physical health, and the latest report shows that happiness is at its lowest level since the index was first commissioned eight years ago.
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