October Health – 2025 Report

45-54 Demographic in Canada

The leading cause of stress for the 45-54 age group in Canada is often related to work and financial concerns. This includes job security, workload pressures, and balancing financial responsibilities such as mortgage, children’s education, and retirement planning. Workplace factors are significant contributors, making mental health support and stress management strategies highly beneficial for employers to implement. Digital group sessions and assessments from services like October can help employees in this age group manage these stressors effectively.

How mental health affects the 45-54 demographic differently

Stresses Affecting the 45-54 Age Group More Than Others

  1. Career Plateau and Job Security
    Concerns about job stability, potential for promotion, or career changes as retirement approaches.

  2. Work-Life Balance Challenges
    Managing increased responsibilities both at work and home, such as caring for aging parents while still supporting children.

  3. Health-Related Stress
    Emerging health issues or chronic conditions may start to appear, causing increased anxiety about physical well-being.

  4. Financial Pressures
    Planning for retirement while possibly dealing with mortgages, education costs for children, or debt.

  5. Technology Adaptation
    Pressure to keep up with technological changes in the workplace, which may feel more challenging compared to younger colleagues.

Supporting mental health with digital group sessions from services like October can help employees in this age bracket manage these stressors effectively.

Data from October Health

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