Adults aged 18 to 30 accounted for the highest number of callers seeking emotional support in 2025, with mental health concerns emerging as the leading reason, according to data from the Roshini Helpline. Volunteers said increased visibility of emotional distress has been accompanied by a tendency to use clinical terms such as depression and schizophrenia without clarity on their meaning. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, volunteer Ratna said many callers describe themselves as ‘depressed’ following relationship issues, often triggered by social media. However, she said emotional distress should not be equated with clinical depression. For free confidential emotional support, contact 040 66202000, 04066202001, 8142020033, 8142020044.