5 Most Overworked Countries in Asia

In this article, we will look at the 5  most overworked countries in Asia. We have also discussed the dire consequences of overworking in another article. If you are interested in reading about that along with a more extensive list, head straight to the 20 Most Overworked Countries in Asia. 

5. Mongolia

Average Hours Per Employed Person: 47.3

The culture of overworking in Mongolia manifests in alarming statistics reflecting mental health challenges. With a prevalence of 9.9% for anxiety, 4.9% for depression, and 18.3% for brain overwork, it highlights a pervasive issue in the population. This nationwide study conducted in 2020 encompassed 613 participants, revealing correlations between anxiety, depression, and symptoms of brain overwork. The latter, characterized by excessive cognitive activity, emotional hypervigilance, and restless behavior, was notably associated with factors like youth, unemployment, low income, and alcohol use. These findings underscore the profound impact of overworking culture on mental well-being, demanding effective interventions to mitigate its prevalence and associated risk factors.

Despite limited recent data, Mongolia’s historical context and rapid societal changes hint at a growing mental health crisis. Factors like political transitions, urbanization, and economic turbulence likely exacerbate stressors contributing to mental distress. The study’s utilization of validated assessment tools like the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and the newly developed Brain Overwork Scale (BOS-10) offers insights into both emotional and cognitive dimensions of mental health.