What it means for employers:

Mental wellness benefits are crucial for every generation. But because these benefits are expected from Gen Z and Millennials, employers should recognize that to attract and retain young talent, they must provide easily accessible mental wellness resources.

Perceived importance of mental wellness resources by generation

  Very important Somewhat important Neither important nor unimportant Unimportant
Boomers 45% 36% 13% 6%
Gen X 49% 36% 12% 3%
Older Millennial 59% 29% 9% 3%
Younger Millennial 60% 33% 5% 2%
Gen Z 65% 27% 7% 1%