Malaysian Working Women’s Mental Health in the SME Sector

This study aims to investigate the mental health of female workers in the SME sector in Malaysia based on DASS such as depression, anxiety, and stress. To collect data, this study employs a survey research design and the DASS inventory as a research instrument. The study sample consisted of 500 female workers from SMEs throughout Malaysia. The study’s findings indicate that the mental health of female workers in Malaysia’s SME sector is generally normal. Concurrently, socio-demographics are a major contributor to mental health problems. In conclusion, various parties, particularly employers, must take the best approach in dealing with female workers.