Culture Spotlight On The U.S. Jun 15, 2018 ... modern American households. Netflix has also brought content from other countries to its platform without modifying it for an American audience, such as Devilman Crybaby (Japan) and Ingobernable (Mexico), which appeals to young consumers' preference for Origin Stories. The 2018 UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report showed that Americans rate shows with diverse casts higher than those lacking in diversity. A major stride in television inclusivity is from traditional ...
15 Minutes Of Fandom Jun 20, 2018 ... more opportunities to express their fandom than ever, but fandom as we knew it is actually diminishing. Today’s youth are increasingly reticent to label themselves, literally or figuratively, with their fandom, seeing it as pigeonholing them culturally. They don’t want to align too closely with any particular cultural label for fear of cutting themselves off from other cultural influences. For example, if one identifies clearly as a fan of Afrofuturism, will that halt others from introducing him or ...
Doctor Who? Mar 19, 2018 health & wellness mindfulness ... is in direct response to society's dependence on big pharma, causing them to take a stance that they don't want to perpetuate the problem. Modern young adults are seeing Boomers' and Gen Xers' reliance on pills, and as they grew up in an era in which such were over-prescribed, the issue has become more prevalent among their peers. As the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation reveals, Millennials globally are more susceptible than any generation to opioid addiction, with the crisis being ...
Global Betterment Trends Mar 12, 2018 education global health & wellness mindfulness school ... A snapshot of how self-betterment is manifesting for young people around the world. While the quest for self-betterment is a key part of life for young people around the world, it's manifesting differently in each country based on cultural values and societal standards. Below is an exploration of what betterment looks like to young people in different parts of the world, from their physical and mental wellness pursuits to their approach to self-care and education. - CHINA - BETTERMENT BLUES ...
(Net)Work Hard, Play Hard Dec 08, 2017 career community social life apps coworking spaces ... than ever for young people to network while socializing—and also more relevant given the rise of alternative work styles that leave them reliant on friends for professional and economic gain. Reflecting this crossover, modern youth are seamlessly integrating networking into their social lives in ways that feel authentic; traditional meet-ups over drinks are slowly becoming supplanted by more immersive means of connecting, such as through fitness-forward “sweatworking” and wellness-oriented ...
Dress To Thrill Dec 07, 2017 fashion & beauty social life clothing nightlife ... Young people are seeking opportunities to elevate outings by participating in themed events where they can dress up in costume with friends.Instead of turning to cufflinks and high heels to transform a daytime look to a nighttime ensemble, young adults are shifting the dress code for many of their socializing activities from dressy to dressing up—they’re seeking themed nights out that allow them to express their creativity through their outfits. Approximately six in 10 youth, including 73 ...
UnWasted Time Dec 16, 2017 alcohol social life experiences nightlife ... were apt to do when they shed their weekday responsibilities, young adults today are approaching alcohol with moderation and mindfulness.In addition to a desire to remain aware and level-headed, the rising popularity of sober socializing is being encouraged by trends in wellness and a focus on smarter spending. Although Ys are known for lingering in a period of extended adolescence, they’re highly aware of their drinking habits and are choosing to reign in the partying. Zs are experiencing ...
Culture Spotlight On South Africa Jun 11, 2018 ... is most known for its hip-hop and house music scenes, but punk rock is rising in popularity among youth, with artists such as TCIFY, Brainwreck, The Brother Moves On, and Death at the Party leading the movement. The rebellious guitar-driven songs and skater culture have made waves in the country in recent years, particularly in Soweto, an area in Johannesburg. The genre is rapidly spreading, with punk rock bands now playing at some of the country's biggest music festivals ...
Where Young Adults Live: Now & In The Future Dec 16, 2018 ... moving across the suburbs, urban areas, and rural areas, demonstrating that they are not only moving to different locations, but also to new types of locations. Additionally, preference for suburban areas, which dominated over urban areas for previous generations as they aged, is not as strong among modern youth when envisioning their future. Peruse each visual to see where Ys and Zs want to be residing from now until 2038. At present, the largest concentration of Zs aged 14-21 is in the suburbs (40 ...
The Age Of Innocence Dec 14, 2017 alcohol play social life board games nightlife ... Young adults are reimagining socializing and nightlife, gravitating toward tamer options that fit with their generational values and eschewing the drinking and drug cultures of the recent past.The list of young people's social activities, at times, can look like a throwback to the days of soda fountains and local fairs rather than modern times known for fishbowl cocktails, booze-fueled festivals, and an anything goes attitude. Gens Y and Z are increasingly eschewing binge behavior traditionally ...