October Health – 2025 Report
Female Demographic in India
The leading cause of stress among females in India is often related to balancing multiple roles and societal expectations, including work pressure, family responsibilities, and social norms. Workplace stress, domestic duties, and gender discrimination or inequality collectively contribute significantly to overall stress levels. Economic pressure and concerns about safety also play major roles. Supporting female employees with flexible work policies and mental health resources, such as group sessions and assessments from platforms like October, can help alleviate this stress in organizational settings.
How mental health affects the Female demographic differently
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Workplace Gender Bias and Discrimination: Women may face unequal pay, fewer promotion opportunities, and gender stereotypes affecting their career growth and job satisfaction.
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Work-Life Balance Challenges: Societal expectations often place more caregiving and household responsibilities on women, increasing stress in managing professional and personal roles simultaneously.
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Sexual Harassment: Women are statistically more likely to experience sexual harassment at work, leading to increased anxiety, fear, and decreased job engagement.
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Reproductive Health and Maternity Stress: Concerns related to pregnancy, maternity leave, and balancing health with career demands can add significant stress.
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Impostor Syndrome: Women may more frequently experience self-doubt about their competence, partly due to societal conditioning and workplace environments.
For workplace support, offering digital group sessions via platforms like October can create safe spaces to discuss these issues, share coping strategies, and foster resilience. Additionally, mental health assessments can help tailor support specific to women's needs in the workplace.
Data from October Health
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