Christopher Fasano, Ph.D.

The Better Mental Health Show

Christopher Fasano, Ph.D.

  • Episode 26 “Boomerang Kids”

Episode 26 “Boomerang Kids”

Thursday 25th April 2019

Dr. Fasano discusses why young adults are moving back home and the mental health impacts in Episode 26 of 'The Better Mental Health Show'.
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The Better Mental Health Show
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Christopher Fasano, Ph.D.
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Boomerang Kids: The Mental Health Impact of Moving Back Home

Young adults who lived independently were less depressed, better off financially and more likely to have achieved other markers of adulthood.
Have you noticed more young adults moving back in with their parents? Dr. Christopher Fasano dives into this trend in Episode 26 of 'The Better Mental Health Show'. He examines a study by Jennifer Caputo, published in the Journal of Society and Mental Health, which highlights that only 31% of young adults aged 18-38 are living independently, compared to 62% in the 1960s. This episode unpacks why so many are returning home and what it means for their mental health.
Dr. Fasano discusses how those who live independently tend to be less depressed and financially better off. However, young adults who return home after a period of independence often face setbacks like income declines and partnership loss. Dr. Fasano offers practical advice for parents to help their children build independence and mental resilience. Tune in to discover strategies for promoting mental wellness in young adults and learn about the broader mental health trends affecting today's youth.