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The Mental Health Index™ report: January 2023

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The Mental Health Index™ report: January 2023

February 23, 2023

Despite two consecutive months of modest improvement, the mental health of working Canadians continues to be significantly strained.

  • At 64.8, the mental health of Canadians improved slightly from the prior month
  • 32% of Canadians have a high mental health risk, 43% have a moderate mental health risk, and 25% have a low mental health risk
  • Anxiety, isolation, and work productivity continue to be the lowest mental health sub-scores
  • The mental health score of managers is slightly lower than the score of non-managers and the national average
  • The Maritimes has the lowest mental health score for the second consecutive month while Manitoba has the highest score, also for the second consecutive month

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