Jaya Bachchan blames constant `validation` for mental health problems in Gen Z

Jaya Bachchan, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, and Navya Naveli Nanda recently appeared on the latest episode of the video podcast “What The Hell Navya Season 2.” They talked about the internet and how it affects people.

Jaya Ji mentioned that the internet is a way for the younger generation to seek validation, but she also pointed out that its widespread use can lead to anxiety. She shared that during her childhood, she never heard of anxiety attacks.

Jaya Bachchan blames constant `validation` for mental health problems in Gen Z kids

In the latest episode of “What The Hell Navya 2,” Jaya Bachchan talked with her granddaughter, Navya Naveli Nanda, about the behaviors of the younger generation, specifically Generation Z kids.

She mentioned how they quickly respond to calls and texts, emphasizing that the content they engage with on their phones and the internet is a major source of “validation.” The experienced actress pointed out that this constant seeking of validation, whether it`s about looks or opinions, adds to their stress levels.

When Navya asked if life was less stressful before the internet, her grandma agreed, saying it was true. Even though Navya insisted she doesn`t feel stressed and thinks they handle it fine, Jaya disagreed, sticking to the fact that things haven`t changed. She added, “We never heard of an anxiety attack in childhood. Let alone in our childhood; we never heard it in our midlife also.”

The actress from `Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani` linked the increase in anxiety to the constant flow of information. In her view, the excessive amount of information, covering everything from beauty standards to lifestyle trends, plays a big part in causing anxiety among the younger crowd.