October Health – 2026 Report
18-24 Demographic in India
Based on available patterns for the 18–24 age group in India, the leading population-level cause of stress tends to be academic/educational pressures and uncertainty about future career prospects. This encompasses exams, coursework, admissions, and job market anxiety. If you’d like, I can tailor this to a workplace context or suggest interventions (e.g., structured academic-support programs, career guidance, and stress-management resources) suitable for university settings or early-career environments.
How mental health affects the 18-24 demographic differently
- Academic pressure and workload management (exams, assignments, internships)
- Career uncertainty and job market anxiety (entry-level roles, internships, gig work)
- Financial stress (student loans, part-time work, living expenses)
- Relationship and social media pressures (peer comparison, online validation)
- Independence and living away from family (housing, meals, routines)
- Mental health awareness and stigma during early adulthood (recognition and help-seeking)
- Identity exploration and life milestones (career path decisions, contacts, friendships)
- Transition shocks from school to work (self-management, time management)
- Work-life balance and burnout risk if juggling studies and work
- Substance use experimentation and peer influence (risk assessment and coping strategies)
Data from October Health
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