Remote workers face mental health challenges, but support for flexible work grows
Experts found that fully remote workers living alone face heightened mental health issues, with one study indicating they often spend entire days without human contact. Despite concerns about loneliness, support for flexible work remains strong in Australia, with about two-thirds of voters backing a right to remote work. A hybrid model appears to be the most beneficial for mental health.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 19:10 UTC
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