I guess thats why we are also now seeing epidemics of young people that cant cope with independent modern life without constant support, and massive rises in mental health issues of young adults.
I'd say the main reason for this is how much more complex life has become. In the past basic life for a normal person was quite simple. Now it requires much more from a person to handle the basic necessities in life.
I fully disagree with that. You used to have to get up and go out and find everything in the world. Now you can just sit on your sofa and have everything come to you, including your job.