Young American Men Survey 2026

Turn To First

When something goes seriously wrong in your life, who do you turn to first?

• My mother19.6%
• My father11.1%
• Another family member8.6%
• My spouse or partner14.8%
• A friend my own age10.3%
• A mentor, coach, or teacher3.1%
• A religious leader2.1%
• A therapist or counselor1.9%
• An online community or forum2.9%
• AI, like ChatGPT7.1%
• No one, I handle it on my own14.8%
• Unsure3.6%

The Lafayette Company, Young American Men Survey 2026. 800 registered voters, men aged 18 to 30, fielded by Cygnal, September 15–18, 2026, margin of error ±3.46%. Full breakdown at youngamericanmen.com