Did you know that today, on World Mental Health Day, around half of all work-related ill health is due to stress, depression, or anxiety? On average, each affected employee takes 19.6 days off work annually. Prioritising good mental health and preventing work-related stress is crucial because: ✔️ It’s the law ✔️ It’s good for business ✔️ It’s the right thing to do Employers have a legal duty to assess and manage workplace stress. Failing to do so can lead to: 📉 Reduced productivity 🏥 Increased sickness absence 🚪 Losing valuable team members Supporting mental health at work benefits everyone. The HSE’s Working Minds campaign offers practical guidance to help your team thrive. Learn more here: Working Minds - Work Right to keep Britain safe #WorldMentalHealthDay #WorkplaceWellbeing #StressManagement #MentalHealthMatters #CompassHSC #HealthAndSafety
Need help prioritising mental health at work? Working Minds has all the free resources you need to get started, including how to: 1. Reach out and have conversations 2. Recognise the signs and causes of stress 3. Respond to any risks you’ve identified 4. Reflect on actions you’ve agreed and taken 5. Make it Routine to check in. Find out more about the practical advice and guidance available: https://lnkd.in/e_uQNpMf #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthAtWork