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1 in 4 adults in Singapore experiences mild signs of depression, anxiety: Study
The Straits Times
|September 18, 2025
About a quarter, or 26 per cent, of adults in Singapore experience mild depressive or anxiety symptoms, a new study has shown.
Another 19 per cent experience moderate symptoms, while 7 per cent exhibit severe symptoms.
The Quality of Life study by the National Council of Social Service (NCSS), carried out in April and May via an online survey, involved 6,700 Singapore residents aged 18 and above.
NCSS had in 2015 studied the topic of mental health in a separate survey for individuals who had sought help through mental health services.
Six in 10 respondents in its latest survey were in full-time, permanent employment and reported a higher quality of life compared with those who were unemployed.
These latest findings from the study so far come on the back of growing efforts by community groups to create supportive workplace environments.
To this end, the Beyond the Label (BTL) Collective, co-led by the NCSS and social service agency Touch Community Services, launched the Beyond the Label festival on Sept 12 and 13 at Plaza Singapura. Around 4,000 people attended over the two days.
This story is from the September 18, 2025 edition of The Straits Times.
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