Education Minister Datuk Seri Fadhlina Sidek said the Psychological Well-Being Inventory (IKPsi) findings showed 636 teachers were at a moderate level, 32 at a moderately low level, and 23 at a low level.
She said the group accounted for 0.84 per cent of the total number of teachers screened.
However, she said the vast majority, or 99.16 per cent, recorded good psychological well-being, comprising 50,869 teachers at a high level and 30,566 at a moderately high level.
"Overall, these findings show that the majority of teachers who underwent screening are at a good level of psychological well-being, but the ministry will continue to provide attention and intervention to teachers identified as needing support.
"To assist teachers facing these challenges, the ministry implements a comprehensive intervention approach covering developmental, preventive, and rehabilitative aspects through psychological and counselling services.
"Among the services provided are individual and group counselling, psychological testing, guidance and consultation, as well as stress management programmes and emotional support for ministry personnel," she said in a written reply published on the parliament website.
She was responding to a question from Datuk Muslimin Yahya (PN-Sungai Besar) on the number of teachers facing health problems and mental disorders, as well as the intervention measures and support assistance provided by the ministry to help them sustain their lives and careers.
Fadhlina said the intervention approach begins with screening and identifying individual needs, followed by suitable psychological and counselling interventions.
"Among the intervention measures implemented are those focusing on individual issues and needs, covering financial management, serious indebtedness, moderate performance, and mental health-related issues.
"In crises, the support provided through intervention can help individuals stabilise their emotions, identify strengths and support resources, and develop an action plan to restore functioning.
"The ministry's approach not only focuses on resolving current issues, but also strengthens the capacity of teachers to maintain long-term well-being. This effort aims to help teachers regain stability and function well, enabling them to pursue their lives and careers more resiliently," she said.
Apart from psychological and counselling interventions, the ministry is also upgrading staffrooms with a total allocation of RM200 million, including an additional RM100 million, to support educators' welfare.
"This initiative aims to provide more comfortable workspaces, improved basic amenities, and a conducive, professional atmosphere to support teachers' needs in performing their daily duties.
"Providing a suitable work environment not only improves the comfort and convenience of teachers, but also supports their physical, emotional, and psychological well-being in carrying out their responsibilities effectively.
"This effort aligns with the ministry's comprehensive approach to teachers' well-being, including preparing a work environment that fosters a positive, harmonious work atmosphere and supports their productivity and motivation," she said.
Fadhlina said the ministry would continue to strengthen psychological and counselling services, and roll out appropriate interventions based on the needs of education personnel to safeguard teachers' psychological well-being continuously. - NST
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