2019-12-02 14:16Press release

Generation Z most stressed of all

generation-z-most-stressed-of-allGeneration Z most stressed of all

The younger the employee, the greater the stress over work-life balance. This finding is shared in the Employee Happiness Index 2019which is based on a study of over 19,000 employees across various industries and generations. Behind the research is HR tech company, Benify.  

As many as 17.6% of Generation Z employees, those born from 1995 onwards, state they are "very stressed" about work-life balance. The corresponding figure for baby boomers, the oldest generation in the survey, is 11.5%. Even with regards to personal finances, stress is most significant amongst younger generations. Only when discussing the pension are older employees more stressed than younger employees. 

However, employees who state they receive support from their employer for work-life balance are significantly less stressed. In this group, the share of "very stressed" employees is just 5.9% compared to 25.5% in the group that says they don’t receive support. 

“This finding shows that employers have an incredible opportunity to help reduce stress and better the health of their employees,” says Viktor Håkansson, Head of Benefits at Benify. 

About the research 
Approximately 19,100 participants from 61 organisations took part in the 2019 edition of Benify’s benefits survey, Benify Score. HR managers and employees were asked to answer a series of questions about benefits, engagement and communication. All responses were anonymous. The most important insights from the study can be found in the Employee Happiness Index 2019, which you can download for free. 

Benify was founded in Sweden in 2004 and today is the world’s leading provider of benefits software with thousands of customers and over 1.6 million users around the world. Learn more at benify.com



About Benify

Benify is one of the world’s leading independent providers of digital HR and employee solutions and services. Benify’s award-winning digital engagement platform makes it easier for employers to attract, reward and retain employees through a personalised employee experience. Benify sets the global standard for raising employee satisfaction, loyalty and performance. Millions of employees enjoy access to a Benify´s tailored portal every day via desktop and mobile app. Our portal is accessible anywhere, anytime, making it easier for employees to engage with their total employment reward beyond simply their salary with clear overviews, as well as the ability to order attractive benefits, and participate in surveys and so much more. The result? Happier and more engaged employees with increased loyalty, performance and profitability across your business.


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