Health Update: mental Despite growing health awareness, urban youth are still reluctant to open up about their emotional problems. Empower's 'Unpack Your Emotional Baggage' survey revealed that 49.5% of 18-25 year olds try to cope with their problems by keeping them to themselves. Only 9.2% reported seeking help from experts. The survey, conducted in ten major cities across the country, including Mumbai, sought to understand youth's stress, emotional distress and coping mechanisms.(Photo courtesy – istock)
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According to the report, 40.9% of young people admitted that they tell others that they are fine even when they are not feeling well. Many young people avoid talking about their feelings, while others try to distract themselves by keeping themselves busy all the time. The survey also raised concerns about society's view of youth suffering. 40.4 percent youth received advice to 'stay strong' in times of crisis.
Women deal with emotional stress
On the other hand, only 13.6 percent of youth said that someone listened to them and supported them without prejudice. Women face a lot of emotional stress. 60 percent of women who overthink, 56 percent of those who doubt themselves, and 69 percent of those who worry about their body size were women. On the other hand, 57 percent of those who felt work stress and 54 percent of those who felt financial insecurity were men.
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Impact on daily life
Emotional distress is also affecting daily life. Forty-seven percent of young people reported feeling irritable, while 36.7 percent had difficulty concentrating or enjoying work. 31.3 percent admitted that their anxiety affected their daily activities. According to the survey, instead of merely sensitizing the youth, they need to be provided with a safe environment, where they can express their feelings without fear and hesitation and seek timely help.