October Health – 2025 Report
25-34 Demographic in Canada
The leading cause of stress for the 25-34 age group in Canada is often related to work and financial concerns. This includes job insecurity, workload pressures, and managing student debt or cost of living challenges. Workplace stressors like tight deadlines and work-life balance are significant contributors. Implementing workplace mental health support, such as providing access to digital group sessions through services like October, can help address these stressors effectively.
How mental health affects the 25-34 demographic differently
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Career Development Pressure: This age group often faces the stress of establishing or advancing their careers, dealing with job instability, or navigating early promotions.
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Financial Stress: Managing student loans, saving for the future, or affording housing can be particularly challenging.
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Work-Life Balance: Balancing a growing professional workload with personal life, possibly including starting a family.
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Social and Relationship Expectations: Pressure to settle down or maintain relationships, which can impact mental health.
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Identity and Purpose: This is a common period for self-discovery and establishing life goals, which can create existential stress.
Supporting this group in the workplace with targeted mental health initiatives like October’s digital group sessions and assessments can help manage these stresses effectively.
Data from October Health
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