Factors influencing the mental well‐being of professional guardians in Japan: The role of stress and stigma

This study highlights significant challenges to the mental well-being of professional guardians in Japan, particularly due to psychological stress and community stigma. Given that 42.3% of participants reported poor mental well-being, a rate significantly higher than the general population, there is an urgent need for targeted support measures, such as stress-management programs and peer support networks.