October Health – 2025 Report
Female Demographic in India
The leading cause of stress among females in India is often attributed to work-life balance issues. This includes the pressure of managing household responsibilities alongside professional obligations, societal expectations regarding gender roles, and workplace discrimination or harassment. Additionally, financial instability and job insecurity can contribute significantly to stress levels for women in the workforce.
How mental health affects the Female demographic differently
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Workplace Discrimination: Women often face biases related to gender, leading to stress from unequal treatment and limited advancement opportunities.
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Balancing Work and Caregiving: Many women juggle professional responsibilities with caregiving for children or elderly family members, leading to increased stress.
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Body Image Standards: Societal pressures around appearance can disproportionately affect women, contributing to stress and mental health issues.
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Harassment: Women are more likely to experience workplace harassment, which can create a hostile work environment and significant emotional distress.
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Imposter Syndrome: Women may experience feelings of self-doubt or inadequacy more acutely, leading to anxiety in professional settings.
Utilizing resources like October’s digital group sessions could help address these stressors by providing support and coping strategies tailored to women in the workplace.
Data from October Health
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