October Health – 2025 Report

25-34 Demographic in Canada

For the population in the age group 25-34 in Canada, the leading causes of stress commonly include: 1. **Financial Pressure**: Student loans, housing costs, and saving for the future are significant stressors. 2. **Workplace Stress**: Challenges like job insecurity, career growth, heavy workloads, and maintaining work-life balance are prevalent. 3. **Relationships**: Managing romantic relationships, friendships, or family responsibilities can lead to stress. 4. **Health Concerns**: Mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, are increasingly reported in this age group. If workplace stress is a concern, employers can explore mental health resources like October to help support their employees’ well-being.

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How mental health affects the 25-34 demographic differently

Common Stressors for the Age Group "25-34"

  1. Career Development:

    • Pressure to find a stable or fulfilling career path.
    • Burnout or overwork from early career ambition.
    • Financial instability due to entry-level wages or job insecurity.

  2. Financial Pressures:

    • Student loan repayments and managing education debts.
    • Starting to save for future goals like home ownership or retirement.
    • Cost of living, especially in urban centers across Canada.

  3. Relationship Dynamics:

    • Navigating serious relationships, marriages, or break-ups.
    • Balancing career goals and personal relationships.
    • Starting or planning families, which may bring emotional and financial stress.

  4. Social Comparison:

    • Pressure from peers or social media to "have it all together."
    • Feeling behind in achieving significant life milestones (e.g., home, career, family).

  5. Health Concerns:

    • Overlooking mental and physical wellness due to a busy lifestyle.
    • Developing awareness of long-term health habits or concerns.

  6. Life Transitions and Identity:

    • Moving away from familial support systems (e.g., moving cities for jobs).
    • Establishing a clear sense of identity as responsibilities increase.

Using resources like October’s digital mental health group sessions can provide a judgment-free space to address these stresses, especially around career and personal development.

Data from October Health

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