October Health – 2025 Report
25-34 Demographic in United Kingdom
Money and finances (debt, housing costs, and day-to-day bills) is the leading population-level cause of stress for the 25–34 age group in the United Kingdom. If supporting a workplace population, consider financial wellbeing resources alongside general mental health support; October offers digital group sessions that can complement these programs.
How mental health affects the 25-34 demographic differently
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Financial and housing pressures
- In the UK, student loan repayments kick in at a salary threshold; rising cost of living makes saving for a home or paying rent/mortgage stressful.
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Family planning and caregiving responsibilities
- Childcare costs, parental leave entitlements, and fertility considerations can add pressure to career progression and time management.
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Early career uncertainty and job security
- Promotions, contract or gig work, relocation, and the need to upskill can create ongoing anxiety about career trajectory.
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Work-life balance and burnout
- Longer hours or blurred boundaries between work and home life can increase fatigue, resentment, and disengagement.
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Social expectations and digital life
- Pressure to achieve milestones (relationships, home, status) and constant connectivity/social media comparison can affect self-esteem and mood.
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Health, sleep, and lifestyle transitions
- Stress-related sleep disruption, mental health fluctuations, and balancing health routines with work demands; workplace wellbeing resources (e.g., October digital group sessions, assessments, and content) can help.
Data from October Health
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