Why Teens Are Anxious (And How Adults Can Actually Help)

Teenagers today are navigating unique levels of emotional anxiety & performance pressure, leaving parents & leaders searching for real answers. In this episode, our panel host - pastors Kevin Dixon & Sam Barnhart & therapist Dave Verhaagen - sits down with Youth Pastor Rob Gonzalez to uncover what's truly driving the emotional, relational, & spiritual world of modern teens. Rather than dismissing Gen Z & Gen Alpha's rare struggles, we explore how the intersection of faith & psychology can help adults respond with empathy, curiosity, & authentic connection ---------- Want to dive deeper into the core questions driving today's youth? Check out "What Gen Z Really Wants to Know About God" by Tanita Tualla Maddox—the book referenced by Rob in this episode.