GENERATION Z

ABELEDA, PAULINE

BURBOS, MARIELLE MAE

JAVIER, KRISTEL ANN JOY

MALLONGA, JAYDELYNN

MIRANDA, ALYZZA

NICDAO, ALLANA

BSA – 181A

July 2019
 This paper aims to provide the audience or readers a better understanding of the generation Z.
It aims to promote its distinct identity and prevent the other generations to impose and compare their
own to others.
Generation Z is commonly known as post-millennials. They are also called Gen Tech,
iGeneration, and Gen Y-Fi. The generation z babies were born between 1995 to 2015 and are currently
between 4-24 years old. According to Bloomberg, in 2019, Gen Z comprises nearly 32 percent of the
global population of 7.7 billion. They are very anxious in their search for selfidentity. They long for the
acceptance of the society. A desire for lifestyle consisting love, beauty, wealth, health and more but
their search have been associated with the sign-value of products. The desire has become materialize
as commodity. Today, to live is to consume which affect all aspects of life, from culture and art to
human relation.
Their personalities can be classified into three: Introvert, Extrovert, and Ambivert. Introverts
make up an estimated 25 to 40 percent of the population and these people tend to be inward turning,
or focused more on internal thoughts, feelings and moods rather than seeking out external stimulation
(Cherry, 2019). According to many theories of personality, everyone has some degree of both
introversion and extroversion. Introverts tend to be more quiet, reserved, and introspective. Unlike
extroverts who gain energy from social interaction, introverts have to expend energy in social situations
and a need to "recharge" by spending time alone. Researchers estimate that extroverts or outgoing,
energetic, talkative people make up 50 to 74 percent of the population. These “social butterflies” thrive
under social stimulation and focus on their external environment, the people and activities around
them. However, Ambiverts share traits of both extroverts and introverts, and can move effortlessly
between the two categories (Lewis,2015). As cited by Lewis, ambiverts may also be better at introverts
and extroverts at understanding other people's emotions, an ability that could make them better
parents and spouses, according to Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and professor of
psychology at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School.
Moreover, it is important to be aware of the struggles that this generation are facing. Stress as
we all know, is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that
makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous. It is commonly caused by work or school, relationship
difficulties and financial problems. Recent statistics surfaced in the American Psychological
Association’s annual Stress in America report, which found that 91 percent of Generation Z said they
had felt physical or emotional symptoms, such as depression or anxiety, associated with stress. In
addition, FOBO or the fear of being offline refers to the anxiety related to missing something important
if you’re not plugged in all times. It’s that separation anxiety you feel if you don’t have your phone on
you. Also, According to Urban Dictionary, FOMO or the fear of missing out is the state of mental or
emotional strain characterized by a desire to stay continually connected with what others are doing. It
is also defined as a fear of regret, which may lead to a compulsive concern that one might miss an
opportunity for social interaction, a novel experience, a profitable investment, or other satisfying
events. Thus, FOMO has become so prevalent that some mental health professionals have termed it an
epidemic among young adults and a pervasive mental health syndrome for all ages especially in the
Generation Z.
Awareness of the distinct identity of Generation Z is really important because it can change the
perspectives of the people from other generations. It is the fact that all of us belong to different
generations, that’s why we will have contrasting personalities. Thus, we should love, understand, and
accept the differences between each generation in order to have a harmonious interaction to each and
every one. As what Elastigirl of The Incredibles has said, “Your identity is your most valuable possession,
protect it. “

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Publishers; 2012

EXTROVERT
Extroverts—or outgoing, energetic, talkative people—are thought to make up anywhere
from half to three-quarters of the American population. Researchers estimate extroverts make
up 50 - 74 percent of the population. These “social butterflies” thrive under social stimulation.
Extroverts focus on their external environment, the people and activities around them.
Extroverts thrive in active, fast-paced jobs, such as politics, teaching and sales, where quick
decisions are commonplace. Extroverts learn by doing and enjoy talking through ideas and
problems. Multi-tasking comes easily to them. Two examples of famous extroverts are Oprah
and current U.S. President, Barack Obama.
Extroversion, as a personality trait, was first proposed by noted psychiatrist Carl Jung
in the 1920s. The word generally refers to a state of being where someone “recharges,” or
draws energy, from being with other people, as opposed to from being alone (known
as introversion). As such, people who identify as extroverts tend to search for novel
experiences and social connections that allow them to interact with other humans as much as
possible. Someone who is highly extroverted will likely feel bored, or even anxious, when
they’re made to spend too much time alone.
Though many psychologists argue that extroversion and introversion exist on a sliding
scale, and that very few people can be “pure” extroverts, someone’s degree of extroversion is
a core factor of their personality and is generally difficult to modify. True extroverts are often
considered “the life of the party,” but they can clash with more introverted types, who may find
an extrovert’s energy and enthusiasm overwhelming or difficult to tolerate.
In the 1960s, psychologist Carl Jung discovered, being an extrovert isn’t an all or nothing
option. Instead, most people fall somewhere on a spectrum between the two polar ends. In the
years since Jung’s theories first became popular, research has discovered there are genetic
and hormonal reasons some people display more extroverted characteristics than others.

Here are some common personality traits/signs associated with extroversion:

1. You enjoy social settings

People with more extroverted tendencies are often the center of attention — and they
like it that way. They thrive in social situations, and they seek out social stimulation. Extroverts
often aren’t afraid to introduce themselves to new people, and they rarely avoid unfamiliar
situations for fear of messing up or not knowing someone.
2. You don’t like or need a lot of alone time
 While introverts need to escape to their homes or offices after a night out with friends or
an intense meeting, extroverts find that too much alone time drains their natural energy. They
recharge their internal batteries by being around other people.
3. You thrive around people
Extroverts feel comfortable in large groups. They may be more likely to spearhead group
sports or group outings. They may be the ringleader for weekend activities, after-work cocktail
hours, or other social events. They rarely turn down invitations to weddings, parties, and other
gatherings.
4. You’re friends with many people
Extroverts make new friends easily. This is in part because they enjoy other people’s
energy and getting to engage with people around them. They also tend to have a large social
network and many acquaintances. With pursuing new interests and activities, extroverts are
often keen to expand their social circles.
5. You prefer to talk out problems or questions
While introverts are more likely to internalize problems and think through them,
extroverts don’t mind taking their problems to others for discussion and guidance. They’re often
more willing to express themselves openly and make clear their preferences or choices.
6. You’re outgoing and optimistic
Extroverts are often described as happy, positive, cheerful, and sociable. They aren’t
as likely to dwell on problems or ponder difficulties. While they experience difficulties and
troubles like anyone else, extroverts are often more able to let it roll off their backs.
7. You aren’t afraid of risk
Extroverts may engage in risky behavior. Some theories assert that their brain is wired
to reward them for it if it goes well. A study found that extroverts who take risks and succeed
are rewarded with dopamine, a chemical that triggers the reward center of the brain. In the
case of the study, participants gambled, but the response could be true for any number of
activities. Extroverts may be more willing to take risks because the benefit is a surge of
chemicals that stimulate the brain.
8. You’re flexible
Extroverts are often adaptable to any situation and innovative when problems arise.
While they may be organized, not all extroverts need a plan of action before they can begin a
project, plan a vacation, or undertake any task. Spontaneous decisions may be welcomed.
EXTROVERT
Extroverts—or outgoing, energetic, talkative people are thought to make up anywhere from half to
three-quarters of the American population. Researchers estimate extroverts make up 50 - 74 percent
of the population. Extroversion, as a personality trait, was first proposed by noted psychiatrist Carl Jung
in the 1920s. The word generally refers to a state of being where someone “recharges,” or draws
energy, from being with other people, as opposed to from being alone (known as introversion). These
“social butterflies” thrive under social stimulation. Extroverts focus on their external environment, the
people and activities around them. Extroverts thrive in active, fast-paced jobs, such as politics, teaching
and sales, where quick decisions are commonplace. Extroverts learn by doing and enjoy talking through
ideas and problems. Multi-tasking comes easily to them. Though many psychologists argue that
extroversion and introversion exist on a sliding scale, and that very few people can be “pure”
extroverts, someone’s degree of extroversion is a core factor of their personality and is generally
difficult to modify. True extroverts are often considered “the life of the party,” but they can clash with
more introverted types, who may find an extrovert’s energy and enthusiasm overwhelming or difficult
to tolerate. Two examples of famous extroverts are Oprah and current U.S. President, Barack Obama.

INTROVERT
People who are introvert tend to be inward turning, or focused more on internal thoughts, feelings and
moods rather than seeking out external stimulation. While introverts make up an estimated 25 to 40
percent of the population, there are still many misconceptions about this personality type. It is also
important to note that introversion is not the same things as social anxiety or shyness. Being an
introvert does not mean that you are socially anxious or shy.
The terms introversion and extroversion were popularized through the work of Carl Jung and later
became central parts of other prominent theories including the big 5 theory of personality. The
introversion-extroversion dimension is also one of the four areas identified by the Myers-Briggs Type
Indicator (MBTI). According to many theories of personality, everyone has some degree of both
introversion and extroversion. However, people often tend to lean one way or the other.
Introverts tend to be more quiet, reserved, and introspective. Unlike extroverts who gain energy from
social interaction, introverts have to expend energy in social situations. After attending a party or
spending time in a large group of people, introverts often feel a need to "recharge" by spending a
period of time alone.
The following are just a few of the signs that a person might be an introvert:

Being Around Lots of People Drains Your Energy

One of the major characteristics of this personality type is that introverts have to expend energy in
social situations, unlike extroverts who gain energy from such interactions. That doesn't mean that all
introverts avoid social events altogether

You Enjoy Solitude

As an introvert, your idea of a good time is a quiet afternoon to yourself to enjoy your hobbies and
interests. This does not mean that the average introvert wants to be alone all the time. Many introverts
love spending time with friends and interacting with familiar people in social situations. The key thing
to remember is that after a long day of social activity, an introvert will probably want to retreat to a
quiet place to think, reflect, and recharge.

You Have a Small Group of Close Friends

Researchers have found that people high in this trait tend to have a smaller group of friends. While
extroverts generally have a wide circle of friends and acquaintances, introverts typically choose their
friends much more carefully and prefer to stick to deep,
long-lasting relationships marked by a great deal of closeness and intimacy. They also prefer to interact
with people on a one-on-one basis rather than in a large group setting.

People Often Describe You as Quiet and May Find It Difficult to Get to Know You Introverts are often
described as quiet, reserved, mellow and are sometimes mistaken for being shy. In many cases, people
with this personality type simply prefer to
choose their words carefully and not waste time or energy on needless chit-chat.

Too Much Stimulation Leaves You Feeling Distracted and Unfocused

When introverts have to spend time in activities or environments that are very hectic, they can end up
feeling unfocused and overwhelmed.
According to at least one study, researchers have found that introverts tend to be more easily
distracted than extroverts, which is part of the reason why introverts tend to prefer a quieter, less
harried setting.

You Are Very Self-Aware

Because introverts tend to be inward-turning, they also spend a great deal of time examining their own
internal experiences. Self-awareness and self-understanding is important to introverts, so they often
devote a great deal of time to learning more about themselves.

You Like to Learn By Watching

Where extroverts tend to prefer to jump right in and learn through hands-on experience, introverts
typically prefer learning through observation. While extroverts typically learn through trial and error,
introverts learn best by watching.
Introverts like to watch others perform a task, often repeatedly, until they feel that they can replicate
the actions on their own. When introverts do learn from personal experience, they prefer to practice
somewhere private where they can build their skills and abilities without having to perform for an
audience.

You Are Drawn to Jobs That Involve Independence

As you might imagine, jobs that require a great deal of social interaction usually hold little appeal to
people high in introversion. On the other hand, careers that involve working independently are often
a great choice for introverts. For example, an introvert might enjoy working as a writer, accountant,
computer programmer, graphic designer, pharmacist, or artist.

AMBIVERTS
Ambiverts share traits of both extroverts and introverts, and can move effortlessly between the two
categories. Lewis(2015)
As cited by lewis, ambiverts may also be better at introverts and extroverts at understanding other
people's emotions, an ability that could make them better parents and spouses, according to Adam
Grant, an organizational psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania's
Wharton School.

(Objective)
This paper aims to provide the audience or readers a better understanding of the generation Z. It aims
to promote its distinct identity and prevent the other generations to impose and compare their own
to others.
POST MODERNISM
The Gen Z are very anxious in their search for self-identity. They long for the acceptance of the society.
A desire for lifestyle consisting love, beauty, wealth, health and more but their search have been
associated with the sign-value of products. The desire has become materialize as commodity. in today’s
society, to live is to consume which affect all aspects of life, from culture and art to human relation.

FOBO AND FOMO

Human civilization has always been averse to technological advances. Even Socrates opposed the
development of writing, convinced that knowledge can only be gained through dialogue. Regardless,
writing became a staple of our civilization. Society progressed. The internet, too, has spawned
controversy in its time about its potential to “dumb” the world down. After the web became ingrained
in everyday life, the rise of social media brought along similar concerns about its negative impact on
humanity. And there are downsides. Social media directly impacts how individuals view
themselves. In other words, this is a generation riddled with not only FOMO – fear of missing out – but
also FOBO – fear of being offline. FOBO or fear of being offline, refers to the anxiety related to missing
something important if you’re not plugged in all times. It’s that separation anxiety you feel if you don’t
have your phone on you; the panic that comes upon realizing the hotel where you’re staying doesn’t
have good Wi-Fi; the urge to check social media accounts every five minutes. According to Ambika
Choudhary, 70% of the Gen Z, their mobile phones are their lifeline and they cannot leave their home
without them. They prefer to hang out online today than chilling out in malls. The prospect of not being
connected to the internet is unimaginable for them and they want the brands they follow on social
sites to deliver them entertaining stuff. FOBO can also leak into our productivity, causing us to be less
efficient in our work. Interrupting our tasks to check emails and notifications cause us to lose
momentum in our projects, making it difficult to get back on task. Unfortunately, the fear of being
offline and being attached to our phones 24/7 can prevent us from being fully present with family,
friends or in the enjoyment of personal activities. Thus, it is the main phobia gripping the growing up
generation of today.
“If we’re offline, what can start to creep in is fear and anxiety that if you don’t respond, someone else
is going to beat you to it and you may miss out on a promotion or an opportunity.” —clinical
psychologist Kevin Gilliland, PsyD
On the other hand, FOMO or fear of missing out is defined as is the state of mental or emotional strain
caused by the fear of missing out. This social anxiety is characterized by a desire to stay continually
connected with what others are doing. FOMO is also defined as a fear of regret, which may lead to a
compulsive concern that one might miss an opportunity for social interaction, a novel experience, a
profitable investment, or other satisfying events. Fear of missing out (FOMO) is a very real feeling that’s
starting to permeate through our social relationships. The question is — will we ever settle for what
we have, rather than cling to the fear that we may be missing out on something better? Social media
like Facebook and Twitter are making this increasingly more difficult. Thus, FOMO has become so
prevalent that some mental health professionals have termed it an epidemic among young adults and
a pervasive mental health syndrome for all ages especially in the Generation Z.
Examples of FOMO:
1. Buying new things and wasting money because it just might be the next big thing.
(Materialistic)
2. Saying “yes” to a romantic relationship because all your friends look so happy with their
partners and you want that too.
3. Checking your social media even when you’re in a meeting or on a date because something
more interesting might be happening.

STRESS
Definition
Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes
you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.
Stress is your body's reaction to a challenge or demand. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as
when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress lasts for a long time, it may harm
your health.
The stress response is the body’s way of protecting you. When working properly, it helps you stay
focused, energetic, and alert. In emergency situations, stress can save your life—giving you extra
strength to defend yourself, for example, or spurring you to slam on the brakes to avoid a car accident.
Stress can also help you rise to meet challenges. It’s what keeps you on your toes during a presentation
at work, sharpens your concentration when you’re attempting the game-winning free throw, or drives
you to study for an exam when you’d rather be watching TV. But beyond a certain point, stress stops
being helpful and starts causing major damage to your health, mood, productivity, relationships, and
your quality of life.
However, stress is caused by an existing stress-causing factor or “stressor”. Anxiety is stress that
continues after the stressor is gone. Stress is a normal feeling and there are two main types of stress:
Acute stress. This is short-term stress that goes away quickly. You feel it when you slam on the brakes,
have a fight with your partner, or ski down a steep slope. It helps you manage dangerous situations. It
also occurs when you do something new or exciting. All people have acute stress at one time or
another.
Chronic stress. This is stress that lasts for a longer period of time. You may have chronic stress if you
have money problems, an unhappy marriage, or trouble at work. Any type of stress that goes on for
weeks or months is chronic stress. You can become so used to chronic stress that you don't realize it is
a problem. If you don't find ways to manage stress, it may lead to health problems such as high blood
pressure, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, depression or anxiety, skin problems like acne or eczema,
menstrual problems and more.
Common external causes of stress include:
Major life changes
Work or school
Relationship difficulties
Financial problems
Being too busy
Children and family
Common internal causes of stress include:
Pessimism
Inability to accept uncertainty
Rigid thinking, lack of flexibility
Negative self-talk
Unrealistic expectations / perfectionism
All-or-nothing attitude

SIGNS OF TOO MUCH STRESS

Stress can cause many types of physical and emotional symptoms. Sometimes, you may not realize
these symptoms are caused by stress. Here are some signs that stress may be affecting you:
Diarrhea or constipation
Forgetfulness
Frequent aches and pains
Headaches
Lack of energy or focus
Sexual problems
Stiff jaw or neck
Tiredness
Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
Upset stomach
Use of alcohol or drugs to relax
Weight loss or gain

STRESS ON GEN Z
While somewhat alarming, we’re not surprised by the recent statistics surfaced in the American
Psychological Association’s annual Stress in America report, which found that 91 percent of Generation
Z — those of high school and college age — said they had felt physical or emotional symptoms, such
as depression or anxiety, associated with stress.

Notably less stressed are the Boomer parents and early Gen-Xers who had free-range childhoods, with
less anxiety over safety and well-being, and fewer academic pressures. A recent TIME article queries,
“Is gun violence partly to blame?” Yes, partly.

These students were born at the time of the Columbine gun massacre in 1999; next, they witnessed
the World Trade towers repetitively fall in slow motion as their horrified parents were transfixed by
those images; they experienced the economic fallout of the global Great Recession of 2008 on their
parents and families; they were traumatized by the 2012 shooting massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary,
and again, more recently, that in Parkland, Florida; and altogether internalized these frightening
messages: The World Is Dangerous; I’m Not Safe.

In our clinical work with young people growing up in the Information Age, we have been struck by the
lengths they will go to reduce their profound sense of vulnerability. Their efforts to wrest control of
the “unsafe” narrative contributes to their own perfectionistic strivings for the best grades, the most
“Likes,” and the over-stuffed resumes upon which they base their sense of self-worth and security.
Who wouldn’t be stressed?
Yet there has also been an intergenerational stress-filled interplay between today’s parents and
youths. Parental exposures to the world’s dangers, including the rise in daily violence, were
accentuated by the constant news push of their smartphones. Parents then attempted to exert more
control to keep their children safe, with arranged play dates, no peanut butter in school, trigger
warnings in classrooms and frequent monitoring of their kids’ whereabouts. Parents thus transmit their
own anxieties, which has an inevitably contagious effect on children.

Returning to gun violence, 74 percent of parents called school shootings a significant source of stress,
closely matched by 72 percent of Gen Z students. Since 2000 there have been school shootings at the
rate of about one a month, resulting in the deaths of about 250 students and teachers. This shameful
and horrifying statistic of our country and culture certainly contributes to stress.

Yet the deep fear embedded in these real threats and understandable anxieties also leads
to cognitive distortions. We mistakenly believe that the catastrophic possibility is probable. The
probable then becomes a certainty, leading to fatalism and despair. Youth don’t have enough life
experience to sort out the differences between risk and inevitability — hence their greater sensitivity
to prevailing cultural messages of “doom and gloom.”

The tragedy of school shootings blares across the nightly news. Yet, the more insidious and invisible
threats to psychological health and well-being — which lead to heightened stress, and emotional
distress, with their attendant rates of youth suicide, anxiety and depression — are of a commonplace
type. The APA survey highlights the significance of the following factors:
High levels of loneliness.
Substitution of social media for a true friendship network.
Constant bombardment of negative self-comparisons.

A narrowing definition of life success leading to destructive perfectionism and all-or-nothing thinking.
What to do about the disturbing findings of this latest research on stress among today’s youth?
From our vantage point, the best approaches to buffering stress/anxiety/distress include the following
tips:
Practice better coping through exercise, mindfulness meditation, self-acceptance, etc.
Develop and cultivate close friendships in “real” time and space.
Engage in working for meaningful actions to address societal sources of stress
Limit smartphone use and social media exposure — it reduces negative self-judgment.
Family communication helps: When parents listen (not lecture) kids will talk.
Learn to ask for help. You are not alone.

The most encouraging finding is that 75 percent of survey respondents across all age groups feel
hopeful about the future. We imagine that in a manner similar to the stressed youth of the 1960s, who
faced the threats of the nuclear arms race, the Vietnam War, and the civil unrest generated by racial,
economic and social inequality, this younger generation will find ways to transform their stress
about the world into political action and culture change. We already see signs of this in the March for
Our Lives movement and the growing number of young people registering to vote.