According to the Wall Street Journal, young adults are increasingly falling victim to online scams, especially on social media platforms. Experts say one major reason is FOMO. Young people are more likely to click on enticing but fraudulent links, which can make them more susceptible to phishing attacks. Scammers exploit this by creating fake shopping deals and get-rich-quick schemes, luring people into providing their personal information or money. To protect yourself, experts recommend being careful about responding to unexpected messages, avoiding links from people or companies you don’t recognize, and making sure online deals are legit before clicking or sharing personal information.

Research has tracked depressive symptoms in 7100 young people from Tokyo and London and shown girls have more depressive symptoms than boys in both cities. The study found that this gap is around twice as large in London and the year-on-year rise in depressive symptoms is around four times steeper for teenage girls in London than for teenage girls in Tokyo.

A new Harvard study found that many teens feel pressure to always be productive. Out of 1,500 teens surveyed, more than half felt like they had to get top grades or have their career path figured out already. Some teens said they struggled to find time for things not tied to achievement, while others felt like social media makes it seem like everyone else is doing better than they are.

This constant pressure can lead to burnout, making it harder to stay motivated and enjoy life. To manage stress, it helps to set realistic goals, take breaks, and make time for things you enjoy—whether that’s hanging out with friends, exercising, hobbies, or just relaxing. It’s also important to remember that success looks different for everyone, and you don’t have to have everything figured out right now.