From languishing to optimal: 2 new books that tackle mental well-being

As awareness of the importance of mental health grows, books on the topic could be useful to people seeking to improve their well-being.  PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO
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SINGAPORE – A study by Duke-NUS Medical School and the Institute of Mental Health released in 2023 projected that mental health suffering costs the Singapore economy $15.7 billion, or 2.9 per cent of its gross domestic product, every year.

In today’s fast-paced work environment, the mental well-being of employees is increasingly recognised as an important component of organisational success.

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