Even before artificial intelligence raised many young adults' concerns about future work opportunities, the struggle to live independently was real. A recent study from Northwestern Mutual found that 42% of Americans over 18 still rely on their parents for financial support.
Inflation, housing costs, and job-market uncertainty are keeping more households reliant on family support, with one in five Americans believing they’ll never become financially independent. This isn’t just an issue for Gen-Z. Even adults in the Gen-X demographic are finding it hard to make it without Mom and Dad.
