October Health – 2025 Report
18-24 Demographic in United States
The leading cause of stress for the 18-24 age group in the United States is typically related to academic pressure and concerns about the future, such as career prospects and financial stability. Workplace stress also frequently arises for this age group due to job uncertainty and balancing work with other life demands. Supporting employees in this age range with resources like digital group sessions on stress management from providers like October can be beneficial.
How mental health affects the 18-24 demographic differently
- Career and Education Uncertainty: Navigating college, vocational training, or early career choices can create pressure about future stability and success.
- Financial Stress: Managing student loans, entry-level job pay, and independence from family can be particularly challenging.
- Social Identity and Relationships: Developing self-identity and forming significant friendships or romantic relationships can cause emotional strain.
- Mental Health Awareness: Higher exposure to social media and societal expectations may increase anxiety and depression risks.
- Workplace Adjustment: Adapting to professional environments for the first time, balancing work-life boundaries, and building workplace skills.
Offering digital group sessions or assessments from platforms like October could help employers support this age group by addressing these specific stressors early on.
Data from October Health
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