Freedom from Stigma: The Most Desired Mental Health Support for Indonesian Women

A Katadata Insight Center (KIC) survey reveals that Indonesian women desire various forms of support to improve their mental health.

The most desired support, cited by 75.5% of respondents, is a more open and supportive environment free from stigma.

Furthermore, 70.2% of respondents hope for more affordable access to mental health services.

Meanwhile, 67.6% of respondents expressed a desire for better self-awareness in maintaining their mental health.

Other desired supports include broader mental health education in schools or workplaces (65.5%); easier access to information and mental health resources (61.4%); and more mental health communities or discussion forums (52.4%).

The survey involved 1,212 respondents across various regions of Indonesia, narrowed down to 928 female respondents.

Data collection was conducted from April 29 to May 5, 2025, using computer-assisted web interviewing (CAWI) with a margin of error of approximately 2.81% and a 95% confidence level.

The complete survey results are included in the report, *Potret Selfcare Masyarakat Indonesia* (Portrait of Indonesian Self-Care), accessible via this link.