Two in five workers do not report any emergency savings, while the mental health of young people goes beyond the concerns of parents, which has an impact on their own well-being
Auckland, New Zealand,, June 17, 2025 / Prnewswire / – Today, Telus Health released his Pork Mental health index (“The index”), revealing significant savings gaps and gender disparities through New Zealand Workforce that has an impact on general well-being. The report also shows that two in five workers have no emergency savings, while parents express growing concerns about the mental health of their children. Regional disparities also emphasize the need for support for tailor-made well-being.
“The current economic climate, associated with a shortage of labor and mental health challenges, exerts immense pressure on our workforce,” said Julie CresseyGeneral manager New ZealandTelus Health. “With financial concerns at the top of the personal stress list for more than half of workers New ZealandWe are witnessing a significant training effect between communities and workplaces. Women and individuals in regions such as Waikato and Northland carry the weight of this economic uncertainty, emphasizing the critical need for support for tailor -made mental health – a unique approach will simply not be enough to meet these complex and localized challenges. “”
Positive working environments have a significant impact on mental health and well-being of employees. Telus’s health data highlights this link: workers in family workplace – currently 56% of organizations – report mental health scores of 62.8, more than two points above the national average of 60.6. The effect is even more pronounced among the parents who work, those who feel supported by colleagues marking 64.5. These results underline the crucial role that the culture of the workplace in mental well-being plays. Although a favorable environment is fundamental, structured well-being programs remain essential to meet the various needs of all employees and guarantee that no one is overlooked.
The Telus mental health index also found:
- Thirty -one percent of workers say that their mental health negatively affects their productivity, with 40% of feeling outdated.
- Financial concerns are the main source of personal stress for more than half (54%) of employees.
- The risk of mental health affects 37% of workers, with anxiety with the worst sub-score of the mental health index at 53.4.
- Parents show a significant concern for children’s mental health, with 7 -point scores below the national average.
- Thirty-five percent of parents experience guilt for a limited family time.
- The high workload ranks as a stressor in the workplace for 31% of employees.
- Women’s mental health scores (58.9) drag behind men (62.4).
- Family workplaces show 2.2-point mental health scores above average.
“At a time when financial insecurity and disparities in mental health remain widespread, employers who defend family workplaces and priority to employees’ well-being cultivated more committed teams and stimulate the positive results of mental health and well-being,” said Paula AllenGlobal Leader, Research & Customer Insights, Telus Health. “The implementation of well-being strategies that make workers feel supported and neat are not only beneficial for employees, but crucial to maintain organizational vitality, promote a healthy corporate culture and ultimately stimulate business success.”
In the second quarter of 2025, the mental health scores of workers in various regions were:
- New Zealand: 60.6
- Australia: 63.0
- Singapore: 62.9
- United Kingdom: 64.7
- South Korea: 56.1
- Canada: 63.1
- UNITED STATES: 69.9
- Europe: 62.4
The Waikato region has reported the lowest mental health score (58.0), Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay leading the country’s highest scores (63.2). Northland has shown the most improvement, with an increase of 4.7 points since January (60.4) and workers on the South Island have reported a higher mental health scores (61.9).
Telus’ mental health index is based on a response notation system that transforms individual responses into punctual values. Higher occasional values are associated with better mental health and less mental health risks. The scores between 0 and 49 correspond to the levels of distress, the scores between 50 and 79 correspond to the deformation levels and the scores between 80 and 100 correspond to optimal mental health levels.
This Telus mental health index includes additional results linked to the main psychosocial risks in the workplace and mental health scores linked to industry and other demographic data. Read the full New Zealand Telus mental health index here.
As a parent company of Telus Health, Telus undertakes to support the well-being of members of his own team and their families thanks to a flexible and complete strategy. This approach is fueled by the same innovative health companies of Telus of Fortune 500 and has demonstrated an impact on the real world, Telus achieving a reduction of more than 20% of allegations of disability of mental health among its own members of the team.
Organizations can assess their current mental health strategy and obtain recommendations through The free online assessment tool by Telus Health.
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For more information on the Telus mental health index, or to learn more about the methodology, please refer to the update of MHI in New Zealand.
About the Telus mental health index
The research report is carried out worldwide to examine the mental health of people employed New Zealand,, Singapore,, South Korea,, AustraliaTHE United Kingdom,, The United States,, Canada And Europe. The data from the Telus Health mental health index was collected via an online survey Between March 14 and 27, 2025With 1,000 respondents. All respondents reside in New Zealand and have been employed in the past six months. The data has been statistically weighted to ensure that the regional and genre of the sample composition reflects this population.
About the health of Telus
Telus Health is on a mission to become the most reliable well-being society in the world by improving the overall effectiveness of health care and defending the well-being of the workplace. By integrating advanced health care technology with complete employee support services, Telus Health offers a holistic approach to primary and preventive health and well-being improving more than 150 million lives in more than 200 countries and territories. Our innovative digital health platforms, including electronic medical records (DME) and virtual care solutions, empower health professionals, employers and governments to effectively provide personalized care. Our employees’ well-being programs allow individuals to provide extensive support through employee and family assistance programs (EFAP), mental health resources, financial advice and wellness well-being initiatives. At Telus Health, we are committed to revolutionizing health care to ensure that people receive the support they need and employees prospered personally and professionally. Together, let’s make the future friendly. For more information, please visit: www.telushealth.com.
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