Mental health at work matters to companies today. The World Health Organization marks World Mental Health Day every October 10. The original article links employees' mental health difficulties to a claimed 45% loss of productivity.
Why mental health at work matters
The understanding of mental health in the workplace has changed in recent years, with varied and significant consequences for companies and institutions.
According to Sidhu-Robb, CEO of Nosh Detox, companies of every size should train their staff on well-being and mental development at work.
Unethical conduct such as discrimination or abuse creates distrust and can harm employees' well-being. The ability to respond to such situations is a major opportunity for organizations.
Team leaders can hold conversations where employees feel able to discuss their concerns and build an open channel of communication and trust.
Signs that an employee may be struggling can include repeated absences, distraction, or confusion. These signs are sometimes mistaken for tiredness, but they may indicate that the person needs attention.
Recommendations for improvement
The most important step toward better mental health within a team is creating a trusting environment through open communication.
For example, an ethical system can do more than receive reports of unethical conduct. Employees can also use it to offer suggestions and ideas, giving organizations a better view of the work environment and their teams' well-being.
World Mental Health Day reminds us that a resilient, stable team depends on more than physical resources and pay. A healthy work environment is essential too.
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