The Economic Survey 2024-25 defines mental well-being as critical for navigating challenges and maintaining productivity.

It highlights the impact of lifestyle choices, workplace culture, and family dynamics on mental health and economic productivity.

The rising mental health issues among youth are linked to excessive internet and social media use.

Regular consumption of junk food (HFSS), lack of exercise, and weak family connections worsen mental well-being.

Hostile work cultures and long desk hours are identified as detrimental to mental health and economic growth.

The Survey calls for school, family, and societal interventions to improve mental health outcomes and ensure sustainable economic growth.