A recent mental health study has confirmed that working women in India experience significantly higher levels of stress compared to their male counterparts. The report, titled “Emotional Wellness State of Employees” and conducted by YourDost, surveyed over 5,000 Indian professionals, revealing notable insights into workplace stress.
According to the study, 72.2% of female respondents reported high stress levels, compared to 53.64% of men. Additionally, a higher percentage of women indicated difficulties in achieving work-life balance, with 18% of women struggling compared to 12% of men. This imbalance is cited as a major stressor for women, alongside lack of recognition, low morale, and fear of judgment.
The study also highlighted that 20% of women consistently feel low, as opposed to 9.27% of men.
The age group most affected by stress includes employees aged 21 to 30, with 64.42% reporting high stress levels. This is followed closely by the 31-40 age group, with 59.81% experiencing high stress. In contrast, the 41-50 age group reported the lowest stress levels, with only 53.5% feeling stressed.
Dr. Jini Gopinath, Chief Psychology Officer at YourDost, noted that the shift to remote and hybrid work models has significantly impacted the younger demographic. She emphasized the importance of regular communication and engagement by organizations to support these employees.
The report compiled data from employees across various sectors, including IT, manufacturing, transportation, staff and recruiting, tech and media, legal services, and business consulting.