Well Being

A survey of about 50,000 people in 92 countries, published in Social Indicators Research in early November 2026, finds young adults report the lowest mental well-being.

A La Trobe University trial of 227 adults aged 18-39, published in October 2026, found three short self-compassion meditations improved body image.

Gallup's 97-country report of 10 October 2026 links two hours or more of daily social media to more stress, anger and sadness in 15 to 29-year-olds.

IIT Bombay's Student Wellness Centre is hiring 26 student and 4 senior counsellors; applications close on 17 October 2026.

A Monash University study highlighted on 12 October 2026 finds loneliness is linked to the biggest quality-of-life drop among people aged 15 to 24.

Early Carers Australia data released 12 October 2026 show 65% of young carers feel they missed part of childhood, up from 54%, and only 18% reach peer groups.

Gallup data released on 4 October 2026 shows 44% of US adults aged 18-29 are thriving, down from 64% in 2010, while over-65s hit a record 53%.