The term ‘quarter life crisis’ has recently gained traction in pop psychology. If you are a social media user in your mid-twenties, chances are that the algorithm has brought the phrase to your attention, with whole pages now dedicated to creating content for those struggling through this life stage. Quarter life is broadly defined as the period between your mid twenties and early thirties. This time in a person’s life is often celebrated as a decade of free-spirited exploration. With fewer responsibilities than their middle aged peers, people in this age range can more freely take risks in their careers, romantic partnerships, and enjoy more active social lives. Psychologically, however, scientists have found that the twenties can often be the most difficult years of a person’s life, bringing feelings of deep loneliness and confusion as one tries to find their place in the world. For this reason, professionals have dubbed the flood of negative emotions that arise during this time ‘the quarter life crisis.’ Social context is an important factor in how we experience early adulthood. The internet abounds with informational articles and videos about the quarter life crisis –…
20 Is the New 40: The Quarter Life Crisis in the Egyptian Context
February 10, 2023
