New research reveals that Indian women experience significantly more stress than men

In India, gender disparities lead to unequal prospects that affect both sexes; yet, statistically, girls are most disadvantaged. While there are notable Indian women who are influential figures in many professions and global leaders, the majority of women and girls in India are deprived of numerous rights due to deep-rooted patriarchal beliefs, customs, traditions and mechanisms. According to a recent mental health study, Indian working women experience higher stress levels than men. YourDost surveyed over 5,000 Indian professionals for its latest study, Emotional Wellness State of Employees, and discovered some surprising information about work pressure.

72.2% of female respondents, or more than three quarters, said they were experiencing a lot of stress. In contrast, 53.64% of men who responded to the same question said they were experiencing a lot of stress.

Women were more likely than men to report that they had difficulty combining work and personal commitments: 18% of women reported having difficulty with this, compared to 12% of men.

One of the top factors contributing to women’s stress levels is reportedly a lack of work-life balance, combined with feelings of rejection, low self-esteem and fear of judgement.

Men reported feeling depressed only 9.27% ​​of the time, while women reported feeling depressed 20% of the time.

According to a poll, workers in 17 major industries, including healthcare and hospitals, real estate and wholesale trade, and entertainment, were dissatisfied with the emotional wellness programs offered by their employers. They also ranked their dissatisfaction with their work relationships and lack of emotional support high.

The report further found that 64% of younger workers are dealing with high levels of stress. Workers aged 31-40 report the highest levels of stress (59.18%), while workers aged 41-50 report the lowest levels.

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The research found that younger workers may be more likely to talk about their mental health issues, but they also experience more stress from friends, family and other sources.

Dr. Jini Gopinath, Chief Psychology Officer, YourDOST, emphasizes the importance of changing workplace dynamics and suggests that organizations should prioritize pulse surveys, frequent communication and community building initiatives to help this group.

The research found that younger workers may be more likely to talk about their mental health issues, but they also experience more stress from friends, family and other sources.

Dr. Jini Gopinath, Chief Psychology Officer, YourDOST, emphasizes the importance of changing workplace dynamics and suggests that organizations should prioritize pulse surveys, frequent communication and community building initiatives to help this group.

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