"Many Gen Xers came of age in a time when seeking help wasn't as normalized. For some, a 'shadow of a stigma' still lingers."
"Mental health wasn't exactly a dinner table topic in the '70s and '80s. It wasn't really talked about at all."
"There's a 'massive un-mooring' happening in Gen X partnerships today, especially among long-term straight couples."
"Many Gen X women are looking at their marriages and realizing they might actually prefer being alone."
Gen X, born between 1965 and 1980, often carries a stigma regarding mental health, unlike Millennials and Generation Z. Seeking help was not normalized during their upbringing, making discussions about mental health rare. Therapist Tracy Douglas notes a significant shift in Gen X relationships, particularly among long-term couples, where many women are reconsidering their marriages after years of emotional labor. This reflection leads to a desire for independence, highlighting a generational difference in attitudes toward therapy and mental health support.
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