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A Policy Brief: Youth Voices for the Future of Europe
PulseZ gave young people across Europe the space to speak on key issues — from skills and jobs to AI, democracy, mental health, and climate. This paper captures what we learned from youth voices and why it matters for Europe’s future.
Generational Differences on the Concepts of Trauma and “Mental Health”
Currently, we are witnessing a massive shift in mentality between generations: while our grandparents or parents (Baby Boomers and Gen X) were taught to grit their teeth and not speak about their problems, most young people from Generation Z have transformed psychology and neuroscience into tools they operate with every day.
Four years of war: how Ukrainian youth continue their studies in Europe
Four years after the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, millions of Ukrainians continue to live outside the country. According to the Center for Economic Strategy, by January 2026, approximately 5.6 million Ukrainians were abroad as refugees. Among them are young people—approximately 56%—and thousands of students who have continued their studies at European universities.
The financial reality: How much will future doctors currently in medical school actually earn in Romania?
Beyond vocation, financial stability represents a deciding factor in the retention of young specialists. Incomes vary considerably depending on the chosen branch, as the state system is rigorously regulated, while the private sector offers greater flexibility but also an instability specific to the beginning of the journey.
“Adults at 16”: Children caring for children and the Invisible burden of young carers
While most 16-17-year-olds are concerned with exams or their first night out, a significant portion of Generation Z lives a parallel reality. These are the "young carers," adolescents who take on adult responsibilities—from paying bills and housework to caring for younger siblings or sick parents—before they even have the right to vote.
The Paradox of Digital Proximity: How Technologies Amplify Loneliness
Digital platforms create the illusion of an active social life based on instant messages, quick reactions (likes, comments), and continuous interactions. In reality, these forms of communication can replace relationships that lack authentic human contact. The emergence of chatbots (e.g., Character.AI) and artificial intelligence adds a new dimension to this phenomenon, offering an unreal form of communication, especially to emotionally vulnerable individuals. Technologies intended to unite people can, paradoxically, intensify the feeling of inner isolation.
PulseZ | Ep. 25: The life integration process – Beyond family legacy, with Edo Gergely
Have you ever wondered why you repeat the same patterns or why you feel burdens that don't seem to belong to you? Life is not just what happens to us, but a force that constantly expresses itself through us. In this episode of PulseZ, we explore the "movement of life" within us alongside Edo Gergely, facilitator, trainer in phenomenological psychology, and founder of the Neles Institute in Transylvania.
