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We wanted to share our latest consumer and business insights, based on research from Stagwell. Among the highlights of our weekly consumer sentiment tracking:

FITTING IN

While most hiring managers want new hires to fit with an existing company culture, many are growing more open to adapting to a more modern era, according to our Harris Poll research with Express Employment Professionals.

  • 44% of employees say it’s time for company culture to evolve with the times (59% of women and 49% of men).
  • 84% of hiring managers say their organization is open to changing its culture to meet business needs.
  • Top reasons for changing company culture include: retaining current employees (42%), boosting morale across the board (41%), attracting more qualified candidates (39%) and broadening their appeal to job seekers in general (32%).

AI ADVANTAGE

As AI becomes increasingly popular in the modern workplace, Gen Z stands out as the top adopters, according to our Harris Poll research with UKG.

  • 70% of Gen Z employees say they’ve taught themselves most of the AI tools they use at work (58% of Gen X and 40% of Boomers).
  • 49% say their bosses don’t understand the benefits of AI.
  • 89% feel AI should be viewed as a tool, not a co-worker.
  • AI appropriate tasks include highly repetitive or routine responsibilities (49%), data-intensive duties (42%), time-consuming tasks (38%), tasks that require little judgment, empathy or nuance (35%), and tasks that are often prone to human error (34%).
  • 79% believe AI tools could free up time to focus on more important or rewarding parts of their jobs (90% for Gen Z).

SUMMER BLUES

Younger Americans are relying on a variety of mostly online tactics to combat emotional overwhelm, according to our Harris Poll survey with Naropa University.

  • 68% of Gen Z agree they often put other people’s emotional needs ahead of their own.
  • 61% say they don’t know where to turn when they feel emotionally overwhelmed.
  • 63% of Gen Z and Millennials find mental health information on social media (compared with 43% of Gen X and 18% of Boomers).
  • Gen Z coping tactics include listening to music (64%), binge watching TV (47%), doomscrolling (29%) and retail therapy (27%).

DELIVERY NOT INCLUDED

Most Americans now prefer to buy big-ticket items in-store rather than risk receiving them via unsafe delivery, based on our Harris Poll research with Position Imaging.

  • 70% of Americans buy big items in-store due to delivery concerns.
  • 68% of apartment residents would shop more online with secure delivery rooms.
  • More than 80% of younger buyers are speeding up purchases to avoid tariffs and shortages.

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THE TOLL OF STUDENT LOANS

The burden of student loans affects much more than just borrowers’ credit scores, according to our Harris Poll report with Credit Karma.

  • 7 million Credit Karma members with federal student loans are delinquent.
  • 58% say that their student loan debt is the biggest financial stressor that they face today.
  • 44% estimate to have more than $50,000 in federal student loan debt.
  • 72% say their credit score has declined as a result of being delinquent.
  • 68% who are delinquent or in default on their loans say their current income is not sufficient to cover both their living expenses and student loan payments.
  • 25% say they’ve been threatened to have their wages or government benefits garnished because of unpaid student loan debt.
  • 67% of those who are delinquent or in default say it has caused them significant anxiety and/or depression.
  • 91% are taking steps to make payments: taking on additional work to increase income (32%), decreasing non-essential spending (30%), applying for an income-driven repayment (28%) and applying for forbearance or deferment (25%) are the top steps.

SIDE HUSTLE CULTURE

More workers are looking for additional sources of income to combat financial anxiety, according to our Harris Poll survey with the American Staffing Association.

  • 64% of workers say they’re likely to get a second job or side hustle in the next year.
  • 75% of workers with children said they were likely to seek additional work (55% without children).
  • 28% of workers who rent said they’d have less than a month of savings as a financial cushion (14% for homeowners).
  • 19% said their savings could cover less than a month of expenses.

TRENDS OF GEN Z

Gen Z shoppers are trend-driven, embracing social media and AI tools, according to our Harris Poll survey by QuestDIY.

  • 40% of Gen Z shoppers report buying new products based on trends.
  • 33% participated in live shopping events on social media.
  • 21% relied on AI-powered product recommendations.
  • 33% used chatbots for customer service.
  • 27% shopped using voice assistants.
  • 33% are willing to pay 5-10% more for sustainable products.

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    WORRIED WOMEN

    Women are feeling the financial strain of today’s economy more than men, including concern for affording a family and household shopping, according to our new Harris Poll survey with The Guardian.

      THE POWER OF NEWS JUNKIES

      The growing news audience and increasing news consumption reinforces the value of advertising in news, according to our most recent  study with HarrisX and the Future of News.

      • 80.4 million U.S. adults, News Junkies who follow the news ‘very closely,’ view brands more positively than less engaged audiences across key brand and reputation metrics (purchase intent, favorability, likelihood to recommend, and trustworthiness).
      • Among News Junkies, a key target group for advertisers, the average purchase intent for 20 brand ads tested across technology, travel/hospitality, CPG, financial services, and automotive, was 66%— compared to 50% among the rest of the general population.
      • 8%, approximately 36.8 million U.S. adults, are Exclusive News Junkies, defined as those who follow the news ‘very closely’ but do not closely follow sports or entertainment.
      • Exclusive News Junkies have grown in population size by approximately 7.2 million U.S. adults, now making up 13.8% of the general population (compared to 11.1% a year ago).
      • 60% of News Junkies and Exclusive News Junkies now follow the news more closely than they did a year ago.

      OPTIMISM REMAINS STEADY

      While U.S. voters’ optimism on the state of the economy and country persists, inflation and national debt are top concerns, based on our June Harvard CAPS / Harris Poll.

      KIDS AND THEIR PHONES

      Parents are expressing regret over the early age their children adopted social media and smartphone usage, based on our recent Harris Poll survey.

      • 81% of parents who have already given their child a smartphone said that they had done so by age 12.
      • 15% said their child was the primary or sole user of a smartphone by age 5 (42% for tablet).
      • 51% of children who use Instagram and Snapchat have been using the apps since the age of 13 (57% for TikTok).
      • 39% of parents who had already given their child a smartphone said they wish they hadn’t but they felt that they had to give in because so many of their children’s friends already had one.
      • 54% felt they had to give their child social media because so many families had already done so.
      • 29% say their child began using social media too young (22% for smartphones and 17% for tablets).
      • 66% said they would like to restrict their child’s access to smartphones until they reach high school.
      • 73% said they want to delay social media until at least age 16.
      • 64% supported schools enforcing a bell-to-bell phone-free school policy.

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        COLLEGE VERSUS TRADE SCHOOLS

        A greater percentage of Americans would advise high school graduates to attend a vocational or trade school (33%) rather than a four-year college or university (28%), according to our Harris Poll survey with the American Staffing Association.

        • Baby Boomers (41%), Gen X (37%) and Millennials (31%) recommended vocational and trade school career paths.
        • Gen Z is the only cohort that recommended a four-year degree (36%) over attending a trade or vocational school (22%).
        • A smaller number suggest grads enter the workforce (13%) or find an internship (11%).
        • Traditional universities are under the gun: Aside from the campus politics and threatened halt of federal grant money, 80% globally believe that new skills and credentials will be as valued as a traditional university degree by 2035.
        • 75% believe AI will disrupt their future career.

          THE RISE (AND FALL?) OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES

          While interest in electric vehicles has nearly tripled in the past decade, the elimination of tax incentives is affecting purchase consideration, according to our new Harris Poll report.

          • 31% of consumers say they are likely to purchase an EV (up from 13% in 2013).
          • The top reasons for owning an EV, according to current owners, are having a positive environmental impact (34%), having a 10-year battery warranty (25%) and federal tax credits (21%).
          • 24% of consumers who are at least somewhat likely to consider purchasing an EV would strongly reconsider (or no longer consider) making that purchase without the tax incentive.
          • 23% of Boomers cite the federal tax credit as a reason for purchasing an EV, compared with 14% of Gen Z/Young Millennials and 18% of total consumers.

          TARIFFS HIT RETAIL

          The Harris Poll’s Tariff Retail Report highlights Americans’ ongoing economic uncertainty in the wake of months of inflation:

          • 72% of Americans are concerned about tariffs (up 11 points since January).
          • 66% think the U.S. economy will take years to recover from the tariffs.
          • More consumers blame businesses for higher prices (39%) than the government (30%) and personal financial decisions (30%).
          • 63% believe companies are taking advantage of the economic climate to boost profits.

          SUMMER LIKE IT’S 1999

          Americans are nostalgic for ice cream, less screen time and lower prices, according to our Harris Poll survey with Instacart.

          • 57% of Americans say the last day of school is among the things they look forward to most during the summer.
          • A few of the most appealing elements of the 1990s are the lack of smart phones and social media (53%), the sense of simplicity and nostalgia (39%) and the food and snacks (32%).
          • 62% say ice cream reminds them of their childhood summers.
          • 64% want their kids to experience the fun summer treats they loved as kids.
          • 84% of parents say it’s more important that their kids minimize screen time during the summer.

          GAME ON IN CANNES

          Stagwell’s SPORT BEACH returns to Cannes next week as the official sport partner of the festival with a powerful lineup of programming at the intersection of sports, creativity and culture. 

          • This year’s roster of speakers and panelists include tennis icon and trailblazer Serena Williams, sports broadcaster Erin Andrews, long-distance runner and Olympic Gold Medalist Sir Mo Farah, NBA legend Chris Paul, MLB All-Star Alex Rodriguez and George Russell, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team driver.
          • In addition to SPORT BEACH’S daily swim and run clubs, Peloton and select instructors will host engaging fitness experiences throughout the week.
          • To register, view the programming calendar, and see the full roster, visit sportbeach.com.

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          NEW YORKJune 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, today announced the addition of tennis icon and trailblazer Serena Williams to its SPORT BEACH 2025 roster. On the heels of announcing her and her sister Venus’ new podcast with X, Williams will join X CEO Linda Yaccarino on Thursday, June 19 for a fireside chat at SPORT BEACH to discuss her vision for a new model of athlete-entrepreneur.

          To register, view the full programming calendar, and see the full roster of leaders, innovators, and cultural influencers joining SPORT BEACH 2025, visit sportbeach.com.

          Stagwell invites brands, athletes, sports leagues, media platforms and other interested parties to reach out to sportbeach@stagwellglobal.com to get involved.

          About Stagwell
          Stagwell is the challenger holding company built to transform marketing. We deliver scaled creative performance for the world’s most ambitious brands, connecting culture-moving creativity with leading-edge technology to harmonize the art and science of marketing. Led by entrepreneurs, our specialists in 45+ countries are unified under a single purpose: to drive effectiveness and improve business results for our clients. Join us at www.stagwellglobal.com.

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          IS HOME OWNERSHIP JUST A DREAM?

          Financial anxieties and misconceptions make home ownership feel unattainable to Americans, according to our Harris Poll survey with KB Home.

          • 83% of Americans believe owning a home is a significant milestone.
          • Excitement (47%), pride (43%) and motivation (28%) are the top emotions associated with homebuying.
          • However, 89% feel anxious about affordability and the homebuying process (93% for current renters).
          • 74% are willing to make lifestyle sacrifices to afford the home they want.
          • 54% believe they are in a worse position to buy a home than previous generations.
          • 28% are anxious about whether now is a good time to buy.
          • Americans’ top financial anxieties are affording a down payment (45%), knowing how much they can afford (43%), making monthly payments (42%) and finding the best mortgage rate (42%).
          • 69% falsely believe mortgage rates are at an all-time high.
          • Nearly half don’t know key homebuying terms such as APR (44%) and PMI (49%).
          • Gen Z (25%) and Millennials (23%) feel anxious about not knowing where to start in the homebuying process.

            FREE WIFI, PLEASE

            New York City residents rely on tech companies for accessible Wi-Fi according to our HarrisX research with LinkNYC.

            • 55% of New York City residents use free public Wi-Fi monthly.
            • 30% rely on it weekly.
            • 35% don’t have unlimited cellular data plans.
            • 51% run out of data at least one month per year.
            • 76% approve of New York City’s use of technology to deliver public services.
            • 78% say tech companies have positively impacted the city.
            • 71% express interest in expanded, city-wide technology and AI programs.

            WOMEN WANT DOULAS

            Lack of access to doulas is a critical issue in the maternal health care crisis, according to our Harris Poll research.

            • 73% of women believe that insurance companies should provide coverage to employ a doula (81% for women aged 18-34).
            • 21% of women who have given birth have used a doula, and 90% found it helpful.
            • 19% of women who have given birth wanted to employ a doula but couldn’t.
            • 23% say a doula would have improved their pregnancy and birth experience.
            • 30% felt they did not have control over their labor and delivery.
            • Women ages 18-34 are more likely (51%) to engage a doula than older women ages 35+ (15%).
            • Reasons for not employing a doula include lack of education and resources (65%) and financial constraints/lack of insurance coverage (35%).

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            PRICING OVER POLITICS

            Americans want businesses to work harder on pricing and less on politics to improve reputations, based the Axios Harris Poll 100 annual reputation study.

            • 8 in 10 consumers say they care more about lower prices than politics.
            • Two thirds say they aren’t interested in supporting companies that have become too political.
            • No. 1 ranked Trader Joe’s, known for affordable specialty foods, registers an excellent reputation score of 82.1 (82.9 among Democrats and 81.1 among Republicans).
            • Arizona Beverage Co., known for its giant 99-cent cans of tea, also is among the top 10 in reputation among both political parties.
            • The most politically polarizing brands are near the bottom of the top 100 list (SpaceX at rank 86, Tesla at 95, X at 98 and the Trump Organization at 99).
            • LEARN MORE: If you and your company/team would like a briefing on this year’s corporate reputation results – including data on many companies that did not make the 100 most visible list – please contact us.
            • See also: Companies that kept DEI commitments saw higher reputation scores in 2025

            WHAT CONSUMERS WANT

            Consumers expect affordable pricing, quality and innovation from brands today, based on our QuestDIY by the Harris Poll survey.

            • Affordable pricing (78%) and product quality (72%) are the most important decision factors when choosing a brand.
            • 30% of consumers say innovation is an important factor when choosing a brand.
            • 54% say it’s important for brands to consistently innovate.
            • Consumers expect the newest products from food and beverage brands (36%), followed by restaurants (32%), entertainment products (27%), clothing products (26%) and beauty products (25%).
            • 61% would switch to a competitor that offers more innovative products.

            TARIFF CONCERNS CONTINUE

            Consumers continue to be skeptical of the impact of tariffs on their personal finances and the economy, according to our Harris Poll survey with Bloomberg.

            • 56% say their finances would be better if Trump’s tariffs had not been implemented.
            • 69% expect higher costs for everyday goods as a result of the tariffs.
            • 49% expect the tariffs to be bad for the economy.
            • 30% say the levies will be an economic boon.
            • Half say the economy is worse than in 2024 (66% of Democrats, 25% of Republicans).
            • 3 in 5 report cutting back due to concerns about a recession, including eating out less (70%) and spending less on entertainment (57%).

            SUMMER VACATION, AT HOME?

            Summer travel sentiments are high, yet financial concerns and foreign policy shifts have affected Americans’ plans, according to our Harris Poll survey with The Points Guy.

            • 77% of Americans plan to travel this year (consistent with 76% in February).
            • 70% plan to travel domestically, and 28% plan to travel internationally.
            • 32% plan to travel more than last year (yet down from 35% in February).
            • 34% plan to spend more on travel this year.
            • Men (41%) are planning to spend more on travel this year than women (27%).
            • 52% say the current economy has affected their travel plans this year.
            • 14% have postponed or cancelled travel plans due to the current economy.
            • 30% say changing U.S. foreign policy has affected their international travel plans this year.
            • See also: Preferred Hotels & Resorts Launches the Luxury Travel Report 2025

            GEN Z VS. RETIREMENT

            Retiring at age 65 seems like an unattainable goal for Gen Z, based on our Harris Poll survey with Nationwide.

            • 44% of Gen Z investors (ages 18-28) feel behind in their retirement savings.
            • 38% believe the retirement age of 65 is not relevant in today’s economic environment.
            • 48% plan to work longer than age 65.
            • 40% are worried about their ability to pay monthly bills over the next year.
            • While 77% are concerned about a financial recession in the next year, 40% do not have a strategy in place to protect their assets against market risk.
            • 17% are spending more on leisure at this age because they might never be able to retire.
            • 62% of financial advisors believe Gen Z is more financially literate than previous generations.

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            REPUTATION IN DECLINE

            Businesses are being blamed for higher prices, and it’s affecting their reputations, according to our 2025 Axios Harris Poll 100 reputation survey.

            • 46% of all U.S. corporate reputations declined.
            • 40% of Americans say their overall opinion of companies is declining, with most pointing to inflation as the top reason.
            • Tesla, SpaceX, UnitedHealth Group and JCPenney saw the sharpest declines.
            • Trader Joe’s, Patagonia, Microsoft, Toyota and Costco were among the top five.
            • New names to the list include Arizona Beverage Company (#7), Ulta Beauty (#27), SoFi (#41), DeepSeek (#46) and UFC (#82).
            • 3M, Subaru and Mattel fell off the list this year.
            • 79% of Americans say brands with the best reputation prioritize consumer wallets.
            • 77% Americans say companies often sell lower-quality products and services while charging higher prices.
            • 70% believe they are taking further advantage of inflation to increase their profit margins.
            • 60% feel companies will use tariffs to raise prices more than needed to boost profits.

            OPTIMISM GROWS

            Americans are feeling more positive about the economy and their personal finances after tariff rollbacks, based on our May Harvard CAPS / Harris Poll.

            • 42% say the country is on the right track – up from 39% in April.
            • 39% say the economy is on the right track – up from 37% in April and 38% in March.
            • 51% say the U.S. economy is strong today (highest since July 2021).
            • 39% say their personal finances are getting worse, down from 45% in April.
            • Price increases/inflation and the economy/jobs remain the country’s two major issues (34% and 31%).
            • 63% support cutting the size of the government.
            • 55% say DOGE has been effective.
            • 67% (steady with April) support the goal of cutting $1 trillion in expenditures.

            DOWNFALL OF TECH INDUSTRY

            National Research Group’s new technology report, the Tech Policy Tightrope, examines today’s fragmented tech landscape and predictions for the next few years. Key findings:

            • Increased visibility of tech leaders and CEOs carries significant business and reputational risk.
            • “Responsible AI” and “competitive AI” are not mutually exclusive as the U.S. explores how to balance ethical development and implementation with complex regulations.
            • As policymaking shifts to the states, California, Texas and New York are emerging as key battleground states for AI, privacy and crypto.
            • The explosive growth of AI and its impact on the energy grid have made tech policy and energy policy converge.

              ANIME ATTRACTING AUDIENCE

              Teenage anime fans outnumber Kendrick Lamar fans today,  according to our National Research Group report with Crunchyroll.

              • 59% of teenagers identify as anime fans, higher than those who identify as Kendrick Lamar fans (48%).
              • Teenage fans consider anime to be “meaningful” to who they are (40%) and say it has influenced their outlook on life (30%).
              • 78% say anime has strengthened their personal relationships.

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              ANXIOUS AMERICANS

              Americans are feeling the strain of rising costs, with financial concerns delaying life goals, according to our Harris Poll with The Guardian.

              • 65% of Americans think the cost of living has worsened since the start of the year.
              • While 33% of Republicans believe the U.S. economy is worsening, 64% of Independents today believe it is worse, more in line with Democrats (73%).
              • 29% of Americans – including 39% of Democrats, 28% of Independents and 21% of Republicans – say tariffs will do the most economic harm.
              • 78% have noticed higher grocery prices during the last few months.
              • 6 in 10 say the economy has affected/delayed at least one major life goal – especially buying a new home (75%), making a large purchase (66%) and switching jobs (63%).
              • Of those who planned to have a child in 2025, 32% are unable to afford it, and 33% are uncomfortable having a child in the current economy.

              YOUTH SPORTS = GAME CHANGERS

              Parents recognize and prioritize the value of youth sports, according to our Harris Poll research with First Tee.  

              • 88% of parents are making room in their budget for youth activities.
              • Most parents say playing sports helps children build confidence and social skills (94%), helps build character (92%) and teaches them important life skills (90%).
              • 92% of parents say they have seen firsthand how youth sports can shape a child’s future.
              • 91% say the impact of sports lasts a lifetime.
              • 67% say they wouldn’t be where they are today without the influence of coaches.
              • 69% believe there aren’t enough female coaches or mentors in youth sports.
              • 84% hope that their child can participate as a mentor or coach in a youth sports program in the future.

              FACTS ON FAST FOOD

              Frequent QSR diners value limited-time and seasonal menu items over nutritional value, according to the Harris Poll’s 2025 QSR & Fast Casual Industry Snapshot.

              • 57% of U.S. adults order items from a quick service restaurant (QSR) at least once a week.
              • 26% order from a QSR at least once a month.
              • 31% of frequent diners have gone to a QSR to try a limited-time menu item.
              • 18% feel like they are missing out if they see a limited-time menu item they haven’t tried.
              • 27% like it when QSRs put a twist on a menu item they already enjoy.
              • Frequent diners are most excited about holiday-themed releases (76%), seasonal flavors (74%), trendy food items (70%) and specialty ingredients (68%).
              • Quality of food (71%) and price of food (70%) are the most important aspects of dining at a QSR.
              • Only 19% cited nutritional value as important.

                GEN Z WANTS TO DISCONNECT

                Consumers’ desire to interact in-person is changing the retail landscape and their online habits, according to our Harris Poll report with Quad.

                • 78% of Americans would rather have an in-person social life than a digital one.
                • 81% say digital detoxes should be routine.
                • 81% of Gen Z wish it was easier to disconnect from digital devices.
                • 84% of Gen Z and Millennials value brands that seamlessly blend technology and physical experiences.
                • 76% say physical retail experiences help them connect deeper with people and brands.
                • 86% of Gen Z and Millennials say touching and feeling products are essential to their purchase decisions.
                • 51% of Gen Z and Millennials are likely to make a return visit after a wow-worthy in-store experience.
                • 63% of consumers have planned a trip around visiting a store or brand.

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                WHO’S TO BLAME FOR HIGHER PRICES?

                Trust between business and customers has frayed and is expected to become even worse, based on new insights from the Milken Institute-Harris Poll Listening Project.

                • 50% of consumers today blame corporations for higher prices of goods and services, while 50% blame the government.
                • 72% say companies are charging higher prices or using tariffs (60%) as an excuse to boost their profits artificially.
                • Cultural issues also are a problem: 78% say companies are getting into trouble by trying to appease both the left and right.
                • 56% say it’s a marketing ploy when companies voice opinions on social issues.
                • 47% say it’s okay for companies to occasionally speak out on social issues, yet 24% say companies never should.
                • To improve trust, companies need to “stop talking and start doing”: Consumers find it essential that companies demonstrate measurable progress on current commitments on local financial investments (86%), the environment (77%), social causes (75%) and DEI (71%).
                • Looking ahead, 71% of Americans believe the relationship between corporations and consumers will become more adversarial.
                • 73% say companies underestimate how willing consumers are to withdraw support from brands that violate their values.
                • 65% say boycotting companies that don’t align with their values is more effective than ever.

                STOP BOTHERING ME!

                Consumers are tired of digital ads disrupting their online experience, according to our Harris Poll report with eyeo

                • 73% of desktop users and 79% of mobile users are frustrated by online ads.
                • Consumers say ads in mobile gaming apps are the most frustrating (25%), followed by ads in streaming services (21%), video platforms (15%) and mobile search platforms (14%).
                • 61% of consumers are less likely to buy products when they are inundated with ads.
                • 43% switch browsers for more ad-blocking capabilities.

                BEING HONEST ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH

                While conversations on mental health are more common today, the lingering stigma affects both older and younger adults, according to our Harris Poll survey with the American Psychological Association

                • 88% say having a mental health disorder is nothing to be ashamed about.
                • Yet 35% say they would view someone differently if they learned they had a mental health condition.
                • 84% say the term “mental illness” still carries a stigma.
                • 51% feel positive about their mental health.
                • 83% are comfortable talking about their mental health.
                • 45% have sought mental health care in the past.
                • 52% of younger adults say they have withheld information about their mental health from friends or a health care provider (versus 25% for adults 55 and older).
                • 52% of younger adults say they would be comfortable discussing mental health with an AI chatbot (26% for older adults).
                • 30% of younger adults would rather talk about mental health anonymously than with someone they know.
                • 41% of adults say they’re uncomfortable asking others for help.

                  MATERNAL HEALTH OVERLOOKED

                  An extreme gap exists in maternal postpartum care, according to our Harris Poll.

                  • 77% of women feel there’s not enough focus on health care for mothers after pregnancy and birth.
                  • 65% feel mothers become an afterthought once the baby arrives.
                  • 23% say postpartum care was less than adequate (30% for women ages 18-44).
                  • Only 24% of women who’ve given birth felt they received enough information or resources on postpartum depression.

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