Bangalore has, in recent years, come to be known as the hub for the IT industry. It is a haven for the highest number of IT professionals. Eighty percent of all global IT industries also operate from Bangalore. It is also known as the unicorn (start-up IT companies) capital of India. Major sources of earnings, therefore, come from IT companies.
IT companies have the stereotype of being one of the most hardworking and stressful industries of the world and we can see Bangalore embodying the stereotype obediently. In order to innovate and maximize profits and customer satisfaction, IT in Bangalore have created a very stressful work environment.
Long working hours, tight deadlines and high-pressure environments are part of a routine on a good day for an IT employee. Repeating these daily gives rise to physical and mental exhaustion. High levels of stress and Burnouts are so common that they are now easily associated with the employees of the company. In addition, the culture of always being connected through email and other forms of digital communication can blur the boundaries between work and personal life, making it difficult for employees to switch off and relax.
Employees usually work long hours in front of a computer screen without much social interaction. This leads to feelings of disconnectedness and could give rise to social isolation and loneliness. These two are detrimental to mental health.
According to a study conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in Bangalore, IT employees in the city are at a higher risk of developing mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, compared to other professionals. The study also found that younger employees were more susceptible to mental health issues, particularly those who were new to the industry.
This is not to tarnish the image of the industry, it has a lot of positives and has led to the development of not just the city, but the country as a whole. However, we do have to realise that there is a problem in order to try to solve it. That is why Veda Wellness, Luxury Retreat & Rehab helps people from all walks of life, including this, and gives people tailor-made wellness programmes to better their mental health. If you are an employee who relates to these issues and are looking for a way to balance this highly ambitious lifestyle with good mental health or an employer looking to help your employees better their mental health, which at the end of the day will make them more productive for work, you can visit the Bangalore centre or contact us today!
