Mental health has rarely been discussed in the venture capital community but the issue has garnered more attention recently, particularly among startup founders finding themselves under increased pressure in the current downturn.
The pressures of raising funds, meeting performance targets and coping with a stressful work-life balance are taking their toll on many entrepreneurs’ mental well-being. According to a survey by data-sharing platform Startup Snapshot, some 72% of founders reported that launching their own business had a negative impact on their mental health.
