The study analyzed 53,799 participants in 92 countries across mental, financial and social well-being dimensions and identified concerning patterns of languishing, particularly among younger adults.
Key findings
- Positive mental health was low in many countries
- Younger adults were a concerning group
- Well-being should be measured multidimensionally
Why this matters globally
The work broadens policy measurement beyond GDP and disorder prevalence toward positive mental and social well-being.
Thai researcher contribution
A Chulalongkorn University-affiliated researcher contributed to a large cross-national analysis covering 92 countries and 53,799 participants. The Thai institutional contribution reflects participation in global well-being research networks and connects positive mental health and social well-being measurement with policy-relevant evidence that can inform comparisons with Thailand.
Limitations to consider
Cross-country contextual differences limit causal interpretation.