‘ Stress affects 95 per cent of Indian millennials’

Mumbai, Sept. 2: A survey conducted by a health insurance company has revealed that 95 per cent of Indian millennials, between age group 18- 34, are stressed, as compared to the global average of 86 per cent. It suggests that work is the main trigger for stress amongst Indians.

It is seen that corporate health insurance plans can be of great help to alleviate that stress.

“The workplace plays an important role in the health and well- being of an employee. 87 per cent of workers agree that workplace wellness programs are critical in choosing between new and existing employers. Managing workplace stress is important for corporations, as they can include health and wellness programs in every employee's benefit package,” said Prasun Sikdar, managing director & chief executive officer, Cigna TTK Health Insurance.

“Stress management, dental benefits, and health checkups are the most desired benefits for workers. These health insurance benefits covered under workplace wellness programs can boost employee confidence. Because in the end, good health equals good business,” Sikdar said.

The report further pointed out the reluctance amongst individuals towards getting medical help for stress. Medical cost acts as another barrier in seeking professional help, with 75 per cent of respondents saying they are not willing to talk to a medical professional about stress.

“Due to low dependence on health insurance and limited access to affordable healthcare, 50 per cent of Indians plan to finance their medical expenses from their savings in old age, which is followed by insurance. Close to 3 in 4 Indians expect either their spouse or children to take care of them in old age,” says the survey.

According to the survey conducted by the health insurance company, India retains its spot in the overall global wellbeing index for the fourth year, with only slight declines in physical, social and family wellness this year.

The Cigna 360 wellbeing survey reflects how individual consumers feel about their personal health and well- being.

According to the survey, it is a pulse index that holistically measures people's perception of their overall well- being on the basis of 5 parameters — physical, family, social, finances and work.

This year's survey included participation from developed and emerging countries, including the United States, the UK, Germany, France, China, Brazil and Indonesia. — ANI