The benefits of good psychological health in the workplace are undeniable.
Personal productivity and job satisfaction increase when organisations address the mental health challenges of their employees and take their responsibilities seriously.
In their book – Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace – author Gill Hasson and psychotherapist Donna Butler offer sensible suggestions and strategies for making mental health the priority it needs to be.
This practical guide for employers and employees is an easy read, full of recommendations on how to improve mental wellbeing in the workplace and beyond, both from an organisational perspective and from a place of individual accountability.
Our latest Snackable Snippet summarises a few of their key points…
“People are suffering at work; they’re finding the increasing demands of work pressure untenable.”
Monitor psychological health
Understand the pressures and demands placed on employees.
Analyse and act on the issues they identify.
Prioritise open communication
Keep people informed about changes and opportunities.
Foster a culture of recognition that involves and motivates them.
Enable healthy routines
Respect boundaries, availability and flexible schedules.
Encourage the taking of breaks and allocated holiday days.
From Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace by Gill Hasson and Donna Butler.
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