Tuesday 11 October 2016

We need mental health support at work – and every employer should commit to it | Norman Lamb

We need mental health support at work – and every employer should commit to it | Norman Lamb World Mental Health Day is a good opportunity for government and business to finally take this issue as seriously as physical health

We all have mental health, just as we all have physical health, and in both cases we are on a continuum, where our health can vary day to day. It is estimated that one in four people experience a mental health issue in any given year, and that one in six employees is depressed, anxious or suffering from stress-related problems at any time. However, many of us know little about mental health. We often don’t spot the signs that a colleague, employee, or we ourselves are struggling, and this delays help and recovery. Continue reading... The Guardian

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