[drunken-serval]

I'm sure you mean well but I think there's a few things you're missing. Many people are getting diagnosed now instead of drinking to deal with their problems. Talking about mental health and seeking help is much more acceptable now than it has been before.

And here's a point of data for thought. I'm bipolar. In the United States, 2.8 out of every 100 people have the same diagnosis. Bipolar is highly genetic and largely incurable. Depression and anxiety disorders are far more common.

Yes, people can get anxious and depressed over life events but there are a great many people who truly need help because their problems don't have a known cause and there is no enemy to confront.

Perhaps the reason the current generations are "weaker" is we aren't hiding it anymore.