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How parents can help better prepare Gen Z for college, career

By Travis TeichEmily Burris,

17 hours ago

PORTLAND, Ore. ( KOIN ) — Thursday marks World Mental Health Day across the globe.

New data shows nearly 80% of Gen Z are unprepared for not only college, but their careers.

But the good news is that there is a way researchers say parents and schools can help them better prepare.

Romy Drucker, an education program director with the Walton Family Foundation, joined AM Extra live to break down this new research.

For more ways parents can help Gen Z tackle challenges, click here.

Watch the full video in the player above.

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