KUALA LUMPUR, Oct. 26 -- With haze conditions continue to affect parts of the country, mental health experts warn that spending prolonged periods indoors can take a toll on mental health and overall wellbeing.

With the haze persisting since early August, many people have become reluctant to engage in outdoor activities, while some have even cancelled social gatherings and cut back on their usual social interactions.

However, these seemingly minor changes, such as avoiding outdoor activities and cancelling social plans, can gradually disrupt people's daily routines and behaviour, potentially affecting their mood, sleep and overall wellbeing.

Experts, who spoke to Malay Mail, believe that prolonged periods indoors may contribute to frust...