Young People Say Boomers Do This One Thing Constantly, But Experts Have Thoughts

For example, a Consumer Affairs article reported that 91% of boomers and Gen Xers felt overwhelmed by technology. A survey of 2,000 individuals found that boomers’ reasons for feeling burnt out stem from health decline and loss of independence.

These stats suggest that, yes, boomers can get irritated over many things. But it might not be any more or less than younger generations, according to Patti M. Simone, a professor of psychology at Santa Clara University.

“While some individuals of any age may become frustrated by new technology, changes in routines, or unexpected inconveniences, this is not unique to older people, nor is it a defining feature of aging,” Simone told Huffpost.

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