October Health – 2026 Report
45-54 Demographic in Eswatini
In Eswatini, for the population aged 45-54, the leading source of stress is financial and economic pressures, including concerns about income security, debt, and rising cost of living (with work-related financial strain also a major contributor).
How mental health affects the 45-54 demographic differently
- Retirement and financial planning stress: Concerns about pension, savings, and potential early retirement or downsizing.
- Health and aging anxieties: Worries about chronic illness, decreased energy, and managing health with work demands.
- Caregiving responsibilities: Caring for aging parents or other dependents while maintaining work performance.
- Career transition pressures: Fear of skill obsolescence, need for upskilling, and potential mid-career plateau.
- Job security and organizational change: Increased impact from layoffs, restructuring, or changes in management.
- Work-life balance strain: Juggling peak career responsibilities with family obligations and personal health.
- Retirement timing and benefits clarity: Uncertainty about social security, medical aid, and company pension schemes.
- Technological adaptation fatigue: Difficulty keeping up with fast-evolving tools and processes.
- Medical leave and productivity guilt: Pressure when needing time off for health issues or appointments.
- Succession and mentorship burdens: Pressure to mentor younger colleagues while managing own performance expectations.
If helpful, consider psychoeducation and brief digital group sessions via October to address workplace stressors, especially around health management, financial planning stress, and work-life balance.
Data from October Health
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