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Stuck in the Middle? Sociologist Corey Keyes on the Condition of Languishing

Intelligence Squared

CHAPTER

Understanding Languishing: The In-Between State

This chapter explores the concept of languishing, distinguishing it from traditional mental health issues like depression and anxiety. It highlights the symptoms of purposelessness and emotional numbness that characterize this state, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The discussion calls for a shift in mental health approaches towards proactive measures that promote overall well-being and prevent debilitating conditions.

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