October Health – 2025 Report
Male Demographic in India
The leading cause of stress among males in India is primarily related to financial and job insecurity. Factors include pressure to be the primary breadwinner, unemployment or underemployment, long working hours, and societal expectations. Work-related stress and the responsibility of supporting extended family often top the list. For workplace support, companies can use platforms like October to offer digital group sessions on stress management and resilience building.
How mental health affects the Male demographic differently
- Societal Pressure to be a Financial Provider: In India, traditional norms often expect men to be the primary breadwinners, leading to stress related to job security, income, and career advancement.
- Workplace Expectations: Men may face pressure to work long hours, avoid showing vulnerability, and maintain a tough demeanor, contributing to burnout and suppressed emotional struggles.
- Stigma Around Mental Health: Men are less likely to seek mental health support due to societal expectations of masculinity, increasing risks of untreated anxiety, depression, or substance abuse.
- Role Conflict: Navigating expectations between traditional family roles and modern aspirations can create identity stress.
- Peer Pressure and Social Image: Pressure to conform to masculine stereotypes in social and professional settings can lead to stress and isolation.
For workplaces, organizing group sessions through platforms like October can help male employees open up about these pressures in a safe environment, reducing stigma and improving mental well-being.
Data from October Health
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