The key notes of India's overthinking report
Based on the "Center fresh India Overthinking Report" by YouGov, here are the key notes:
Prevalence: A significant majority of Indians (81%) report spending more than three hours a day overthinking, with one in four stating it is a constant habit.
Daily life impact: Overthinking is not limited to major life decisions. It is a daily habit that affects simple choices like replying to a message, deciding what to eat, or posting on social media.
Work-related triggers: A simple "Ok" from a boss is a major trigger for anxiety, with 42% of Indians immediately assuming the worst-case scenario.
"Menu Stress": A surprising finding is that 63% of Indians find deciding what to order at a restaurant to be more stressful than choosing a political leader to vote for. This number is even higher in South India, at 69%.
Social media pressure: Social media is a significant source of overthinking, particularly for Gen Z and women. 61% of Indians spend at least five hours overthinking about sharing an Instagram story, worrying about the photo, music, filters, and the number of views.
Turning to technology: One in three Indians is using technology, such as Google and ChatGPT, to help with overthinking. They use these tools to decode short messages, decide on gifts, and make other everyday decisions.
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