SBS Article: On Public Library and mental health

 

‘Free, non-judgemental, accessible’: How your local library is a sanctuary of health and wellness

Far from just a spot for bookworms, the humble local library is at the frontline of the fight against a 'loneliness epidemic' - with a recent survey showing many people think it plays an important role in their mental health and wellbeing. 



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