Paving the way for mental wellness

Right support: Demand for psychologists is growing, with more Malaysians needing mental health support than ever before. – 123rf.com

Recent headlines are raising important questions about the mental health of Malaysians. Depression affects an estimated 4.6% of adults in the country while the rate of mental health problems among children aged five to 16 years is at a worrying 16.5%.

It is a heavy burden for the nation to bear, as poor mental health shows itself in bullying and disciplinary issues in school, in work stress and burnout, and in strained family and marital relationships.