The pandemic has taken its toll on the wellbeing of people across the country. As businesses continue to adapt to these unprecedented circumstances, an expert says that a preventative approach to mental health is key
Over most of the past year, many of us have found our working environments and schedules changing drastically. Working from home, following new guidelines in the workplace or juggling childcare with an overflowing list of tasks and targets all bring challenges, and can understandably leave people feeling unsettled. Now more than ever, it’s vital that employees and employers are aware of their mental health and wellbeing needs, to keep the workforce happy and productive.
According to the Mental Health Foundation (MHF), addressing wellbeing in the workplace can increase productivity by as much as 12%, while the estimated value added to the economy by working people who have or have had mental health problems is £226bn a year.