Mental Health

New research for World Mental Health Day demonstrates the growing importance employees and employers are placing on wellbeing in the workplace.

New research revealed ahead of World Mental Health Day (Tuesday 10 October) shows the areas where more could be done to support the mental wellbeing of employees.

When it comes to mental health training and workplace suicide prevention, employers have a statutory duty to implement policies and procedures that protect their staff.

Female employees are twice as likely to access mental health support in comparison to male colleagues. Discover ways that firms can encourage their male employees to seek help.

In this episode of the Mind, Body, Work Podcast, Joanne Swann speaks with Katie De Bertrand, a Mental Health First Aid instructor and the Training Manager at Oxfordshire Mind. Joanne also speaks with behavioural science expert Jon Davies. Together they talk all things workplace wellbeing, discussing how this term has transformed in recent years, how important it is for employees to feel safe and supported at work, and how leaders can successfully implement wellbeing strategies in their workplace.

England is experiencing an increased use of antidepressants due to the pandemic's psychological impact. Workplaces need to urgently address the persistence of stigma surrounding mental health.

Employees face many challenges, both personal and professional. Among these challenges, is the sensitive and often misunderstood issue of self-harm.

Taking proactive steps through early intervention, can help empower employees and ensure they receive the care they need while reducing absenteeism and easing the burden on the NHS.

While it may seem like a significant investment to prioritise mental health, the cost of turning a blind eye to a strategy for managing stress in a mental health policy can be much higher in the long term.

Practical strategies for employee mental wellbeing can offer a competitive advantage. Several well-known companies prioritise their employees' mental health, recognising its positive financial impact.