For people who struggle to meet their basic needs, it will take a lot more than simple psychological exercises to flourish. It will take systemic change.
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Articles on Languishing
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Almost 10% of people have reported experiencing ‘languishing’ during the pandemic.
Even during difficult times, it is possible to stay well if we can accept the circumstances, stay connected and validate how we feel.
Lockdowns can exacerbate existing mental illness, but people without a history of mental illness can also find themselves feeling low, unmotivated and lacking a sense of purpose.
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Clinical Psychologist, Te Herenga Waka — Victoria University of Wellington
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Senior Lecturer, Centre for Positive Health Sciences, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences
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Associate Professor of Anthropology and Director of the Research Program on Global Health & Human Rights at the Human Rights Institute, University of Connecticut
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Associate Professor of Political Science and Public Policy and Law, Trinity College
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Associate Professor of Health Sciences, Cleveland State University
