Gen Z’s sex recession is real, but not by choice. I should know — I’m living it.

A new study from The Kinsey Institute reveals a striking decline in sexual activity among young adults, particularly those in Generation Z, with financial stress cited as a major factor. Nearly half of respondents reported that economic worries were making it more difficult to date or sustain relationships. The findings align with broader generational trends, as younger people grapple with rising costs and uncertainty about their future. For those curious about how money is reshaping modern romance, the study offers a sobering look at the challenges facing a generation often labeled as sexually active but financially constrained.

It’s rough out here. As a 22-year-old member of Gen Z, I wasn’t surprised by a new study from The Kinsey Institute saying that my generation isn’t having sex.  The study claims that it’s mostly financial anxiety responsible for our collective dry spell  — 43% said financial concerns made it harder to date or maintain...