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In India, attitudes towards mental health and mental wellbeing have been gradually evolving with increased awareness and conversations towards reducing the stigma.

In its third year, the ‘Feel Good with Fiama Mental Wellbeing Survey 2023’ by an Indian multinational conglomerate unveils interesting facts to further understand young India’s changing attitudes towards mental wellbeing and mental health.

The survey covers a gamut of beliefs, behaviours, major stressors and de-stressors for GenZ and Millennials towards mental health.

Relationships

On the relationship front, the survey indicates that toxic relationships make it harder for 38% Indian women to maintain good mental health.

The survey findings also state that while 59% respondents confide in their parents, only 29% confide in siblings while only 31% confide in their partners if they were to undergo therapy.

Only 33% GenZ confide in their siblings while 52% millennials confide in their partners.

Society and culture

The survey indicates that a whopping 64% of Indians believe that living up to societal standards of success are what lead to burnouts.

72% Indians associate poor mental health with depression, however, on a positive note Indians are exploring alternatives to de-stress– Music is the preferred choice for 86% Indians to cope with stress and negativity, 31% of the respondents turn to meditation, 29% of the respondents turn to yoga while 26% of the respondents turn to physical exercise to cope with stress.

Mood and behaviour

With respect to behaviour, 44% GenZs vs 53% millennials are prone to mood fluctuations.

57% GenZs believe “excessive fear and worries" is one of the top indicators of mental health issues. 52% GenZs believe that feeling tired and low energy is one of the top indicators of mental health issues. 47% said they take medicines as well as counselling to combat mental health issues.

Overall wellbeing and mental health

54% of the Indian population believe that mental health is as important for overall well being.

On a positive note, the survey indicates that Indians reach out for professional help. 50% respondents/their family members opt for face-to-face counselling as a treatment, while 51% Indians who believe social media has a positive impact turn to online counselling as a treatment option.

(Source: IANS)

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