Gen Z Mental Health & Well-Being
A Faith-Based Response to a Generation Under Pressure
A Research-Backed Guide to Supporting Gen Z’s Mental Health
Anxiety, loneliness, and depression are skyrocketing among Gen Z. But beyond the problems, what can be done to help?
This engaging, solutions-based report explores the role faith and Christian leaders can play in improving Gen Z’s mental health. Backed by scientific research and faith-based wisdom, it provides practical strategies to equip Christian leaders, ministries, and parents to foster resilience, connection, and purpose in the next generation.
What’s Inside?
This report combines extensive research, expert insights, and faith-based guidance to equip leaders with practical strategies for supporting Gen Z’s mental health and well-being. It explores key themes, including:
- Building Meaningful Relationships – Strengthening connections and fostering a sense of belonging.
- Navigating Struggles with Hope – Providing faith-based tools to help young people process challenges.
- Encouraging Healthy Digital Habits – Addressing the impact of screens and social media on mental well-being.
- Discovering Purpose – Helping Gen Z connect their faith to a deeper sense of calling.
Designed for pastors, youth workers, parents, and Christian leaders, this resource offers actionable solutions to help the next generation flourish.
Contributors
Brad Griffin
- Senior Director of Content & Research for the Fuller Youth Institute
Dan Sartor, Ph.D., M.B.A., LPC, NCC, ACS
- Clinical Director of the Wings Center, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Zach Rausch
- Associate Research Scientist at NYU-Stern School of Busi- ness, Lead Researcher to Social Psychologist Jonathan Haidt and The Anxious Generation
Kara Powell, Ph.D.
- Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute and Chief of Leadership Formation at Fuller Seminary
Rachel Medefind
- Director of the CAFO Institute for Family-Centered Healing & Health
Prefer a Printed Copy?
Purchase a paperback copy for your team, small group, church, school or library. Bulk discounts are available. All proceeds from this report will support Christian non-profits that help Gen Z’s well-being and further the reach of this report.