psychologists say people raised in the 60s and 70s developed a strength many kids lack today
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 27, 2026, 18:00 (IST)
A recent study suggests adults from the 60s and 70s exhibit remarkable resilience, a trait seemingly less common in younger generations. Unsupervised childhoods, driven by societal shifts, fostered problem-solving and emotional regulation. This period, though sometimes marked by hardship, unexpectedly built a robust self-efficacy and social adaptability, offering valuable lessons for today's uncertain world.