October Health – 2025 Report
18-24 Demographic in Zimbabwe
Unemployment and economic instability are the leading stressors for the 18–24 age group in Zimbabwe (high youth unemployment, job insecurity, and rising cost of living). Workplace tip: provide mental health resources, career development support, and consider digital group sessions or assessments from October to help employees cope with financial and work-related stress.
How mental health affects the 18-24 demographic differently
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Financial and job market pressures: high unemployment, underemployment, inflation, currency volatility, and student debt; these impact 18–24-year-olds entering the workforce or finishing studies more acutely than older ages.
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Transition to independence and daily responsibilities: moving out, budgeting, paying rent and utilities, cooking, and managing bills can be more stressful when you’re newly independent.
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Education-to-work transition and career uncertainty: pressure to secure internships or first jobs, skill gaps, and concerns about future earnings or career direction.
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Social and relationship pressures: peer comparison, dating, and social media impact; stigma around mental health can be more pronounced in this age group.
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Access to mental health resources and stigma: limited local services and cost barriers in Zimbabwe; digital options like October can improve access through group sessions and assessments.
Data from October Health
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Proactive mental fitness for high performance staff.
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