YOUNG Australians have fared poorly in a five-year global study assessing wellness and mental health based on overall life satisfaction.
Released to coincide with Global Wellness Day today, the joint Harvard University and Global Flourishing Study polled more than 200,000 people over 23 countries on what a 'life well lived' constitutes.
Australia finished 20th with an overall 'flourishing' score of 7.02 out of 10, ahead of the UK, Turkiye and Japan only.
The study defined "flourishing" across six domains: happiness and life satisfaction, mental and physical health, meaning and purpose, character and virtue, close social relationships, and financial stability.
Results showed Australians are falling behind the global average in areas such as physical wellbeing, mental health, and life satisfaction.
"These findings are a wake-up call, particularly with our young people, as it highlights wellbeing challenges in our country," said Well Traveller founder and Australia's Global Wellness Day Ambassador, Katherine Droga.
"It shows flourishing isn't just about income or access - it's also about connection, support, and meaning."
The survey showed flourishing improves with age, highlighting how younger Australians are struggling most.
Indonesia topped the global ranking with a score of 8.47, followed by Mexico and the Philippines, with results based on strong spiritual and family ties and cultural meaning.
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