Post by AXA

The #1 barrier to mental health isn't cost, stigma, or access. It's "I don't think I need help." 36% of people believe their situation doesn't require medical attention. 33% can't afford care. 20% don't have time. And the barriers shift depending on who you ask: for 18–24 year-olds, cost jumps to the top. For 25–34 year-olds, it's time pressure. AXA's Mind Health Report 2026 maps all five barriers and what it takes to actually remove them. Swipe through to see the full picture and download the report on axa.com. #AXA4MindHealth