Today, World Mental Health Day, new research suggests that many expats have struggled with life overseas, with almost nine in ten saying they felt isolated during their time abroad. The research by AXA - Global Healthcare reveals that 87% expats say they felt isolated, with half (48%) of those respondents saying that missing friends and family was the primary reason. Language barriers (24%), a lack of a local support network (20%) and generally getting oriented in a new location (18%) were also key factors that led to expats feeling isolated. When asked what would make them most likel...
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