Housing worries, emigration and mental health - survey reveals issues facing young people as most 25-year-olds still living with parents

The Growing Up in Ireland study indicates that young adults at 25 years old are predominantly worried about housing issues. Many of them still live with their parents, which reflects larger societal challenges regarding affordable housing. Additionally, the study points to a notable decrease in mental health from age 20 to 25, detailing how this demographic faces various challenges related to education, employment, and overall health. The longitudinal survey of those born in 1998 provides critical insight into their developmental milestones and current struggles as they enter adulthood.

The Growing Up in Ireland study reveals that almost all 25-year-olds fear housing insecurity, reflecting significant mental health challenges compared to their younger years.

Surveyed 25-year-olds show many are still living with parents, revealing broader trends of housing instability and its impact on mental health, particularly at this age.

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