Gen Z Challenges Discussed at AKLF 2026

At the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival 2026, experts talked about the problems faced by Gen Z, like stress from school, feeling tired from using too much technology, and figuring out who they are.

They also discussed how parents raise their kids.

Older parents were strict and used punishment, but now many parents are too lenient.

Both extremes can hurt kids.

The experts said parents need to find a balance between being strict and being kind.

They also talked about how social media and algorithms influence what Gen Z wants to do, which can cause stress.

Even though Gen Z faces many challenges, they are becoming more aware of these issues and are trying to manage them better.

The experts agreed that Gen Z needs more support and open communication from their parents to help them deal with an uncertain world.