A deep-dive into stress and wellbeing to inform your mental health strategy

Written by TELUS Health | June 11, 2025

Our latest TELUS Mental Health Index (MHI) reveals how stress impacts mental health and productivity across generations.

We dive deep into the unique challenges facing working parents, including their children's mental wellbeing, while uncovering essential insights about work-life balance and wellness goals.

Numbers that matter

Financial stress	Risk of burnout	Generational gap
44% of employees say financial concerns are the primary source of personal stress.	Nearly 30% of Americans, mainly younger workers and parents, feel overwhelmed with responsibilities.	Workers under 40 are nearly 80% more likely to report job insecurity as a source of work stress, compared to workers over 50.

Turn insights into action

How you can use the data:

Benchmark your benefits against current workforce needs
Understand the emerging mental health trends affecting productivity
Access industry-specific data to support business decisions
Get actionable insights for benefits planning and workforce strategy

You can also take our free assessment to help you uncover more actionable insights for your organization.

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Based on a survey of 5,000 workers in the United States, the TELUS Mental Health Index provides insight into the mental health of employed adults and the trend over time.

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