Indian youths rank 60 in 84-nation mental health study, older people perform better

NEW DELHI: (Feb 27) Indian young adults have performed poorly in Mind Health Quotient (MHQ) scores, ranking 60 out of 84 nations featured in an ongoing global mental health study.

The study by US-based Sapien Labs -- Global Mind Health in 2025 -- also revealed that not only did Indian youths in the 18-34 age group score poorly globally, but they also did worse on mental well-being parameters compared to older Indians aged above 55, who were ranked 49.

According to the study, young adults in India had an average MHQ score of about 33, defined under the "Distressed or Struggling" category, while the average for those above 55 was nearly 100, indicating the "Managing or Succeeding" category.