October Health – 2025 Report
25-34 Demographic in United States
The leading cause of stress for the 25-34 age group in the United States is typically related to work and financial concerns. This includes job stability, workload, career advancement pressures, and managing student loan debt or other financial obligations. Balancing personal life and career demands also adds significant stress in this demographic. Offering workplace mental health support like October's digital group sessions and assessments can help employers address these stressors effectively.
How mental health affects the 25-34 demographic differently
- Career Pressure: Pressure to establish and advance in careers, including job stability and growth opportunities.
- Financial Stress: Managing student loans, rent/mortgage, saving for future goals like buying a home.
- Work-Life Balance: Juggling demanding work hours with personal life, relationships, or starting families.
- Social Comparison: Feeling societal pressure around milestones (career success, marriage, children) compared to peers.
- Mental Health Awareness & Stigma: Navigating self-care while still facing stigma about mental health in professional settings.
Using October’s digital group sessions on stress management and career development could help this age group address these stresses effectively within the workplace.
Data from October Health
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Proactive mental fitness for high performance staff.
Understand the stresses and workplace challenges of your staff and provide them with the tools to protect their productivity and mental health.