Poverty, financial instability and social inequalities are intertwined with mental health. With the crushing impact of COVID-19 on the economy, lower-income communities are dealing with the double burden of financial instability and psychological stress. Ellisha Othman, Managing Director of SOLS Health, and Ahmad Faudzi Mohd Nazam, Chairman of Kawasan Rukun Tetangga Shah Alam, share more about the challenges faced by lower-income communities, and the support they need.

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Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek

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Categories:  Health Policy,  Diseases and Conditions,  Mental Health,  Healthy Living,  Fitness,  Science,  Medical Innovation and Technology

Tags:  The Bigger Picture,  Health & Living,  mental health,  COVID,  poverty,  economy,  income,  depression,  stress,  unemployment,