October Health – 2026 Report
35-44 Demographic in Eswatini
In Eswatini, for the population aged 35–44, the leading cause of stress is work-related pressures, including job insecurity, workload, and workplace expectations.
How mental health affects the 35-44 demographic differently
- Career and job security: mid-career concerns about advancement, plateauing progression, or potential layoffs.
- Financial pressures: mortgages, childcare or education costs, saving for retirement, and debt management.
- Work-life balance: managing demanding work hours with family responsibilities (children, caregiving for aging parents).
- Peak health concerns: onset of chronic conditions, health screenings, and managing work while illnesses or injuries occur.
- Parenting and family transitions: preschoolers to school-age shifts, teenager dynamics, or supporting children with special needs.
- Planning for retirement: uncertainty about pensions, investments, and long-term savings strategies.
- Relationship stressors: changes in partnerships or increased household responsibilities.
- Digital burnout: constant connectivity, information overload, and boundaries between work and home life.
If you’d like, I can tailor these to a specific Eswatini workplace context or suggest supportive interventions (e.g., targeted group sessions, brief assessments) through October.
Data from October Health
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