18-24 Demographic in United Kingdom

 Key Stressors for Age Group 18-24

1. **Academic Pressure**  
   - University deadlines, exams, and achieving good grades can create intense stress.
   - Balancing education with part-time jobs or internships.

2. **Career Uncertainty**  
   - Anxiety about picking the "right" career path or securing their first job.
   - Financial instability due to starting salaries or unemployment.

3. **Social Media Comparison**  
   - Increased pressure to maintain a curated online presence.
   - Comparing life achievements and appearances with peers on social platforms.

4. **Transition into Adulthood**  
   - Adjusting to increased responsibilities like managing finances, leaving home, or moving away from family support systems.

5. **Relationship Dynamics**  
   - Navigating romantic relationships, friendships, and family expectations.
   - Loneliness or difficulty forming meaningful connections.

6. **Identity Formation**  
   - Stress related to self-identity, sexuality, or cultural expectations.
   - Pressure to "figure out" who they are and what they value.

7. **Mental Health Challenges**  
   - Higher rates of anxiety, depression, and mood disorders during this age range.
   - Lack of access or awareness of mental health resources.

 Workplace Connection
Young adults entering the workforce may also face:
   - **Impostor Syndrome** (feeling inadequate in professional settings).
   - **Burnout Risks** (especially in unpaid or overly demanding internships).
   - **Adjustment Stress** to new environments and structures.

 Support Suggestion  
Employers or universities can improve wellbeing by offering accessible mental health support like October's group sessions or on-demand resources tailored to young adults, when appropriate.