October Health – 2025 Report
25-34 Demographic in India
The leading cause of stress for the 25-34 age group in India is primarily work-related pressure, including job insecurity, long working hours, and career growth concerns. Financial stress and balancing personal and professional life also significantly contribute. For workplaces, offering digital group sessions through platforms like October can help employees manage these stressors effectively.
How mental health affects the 25-34 demographic differently
- Career pressures: Establishing a stable career, aiming for promotions, or switching jobs can cause significant stress.
- Work-life balance: Managing early career demands alongside personal life, possibly including starting a family.
- Financial responsibilities: Repaying education loans, saving for future goals like buying a home or marriage expenses.
- Relationship stress: Navigating long-term partnerships or marriage dynamics.
- Identity and purpose: Questions around life direction and achieving personal goals may become more salient.
Workplace advice: Employers can support this group by offering flexible work hours, career development programs, and access to mental health resources like October's digital group sessions to build resilience and coping skills.
Data from October Health
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