Category: Workplace Mental Health
Young workers twice as likely to feel lonely at work
10th May 2022
New research by Mental Health UK explores British workers’ experiences of loneliness in the workplace and how it can impact on our mental health.
Creating a psychologically safe and inclusive space for all
9th May 2022
With reports in 2021 stating that only 51% of people felt a sense of belonging at work, how can we look to create, and re-create a sense of community and belonging within the workplace to tackle loneliness and exclusion?
How does hybrid working offer a more inclusive environment?
4th May 2022
Hybrid working is here to stay, but how can you generate a more inclusive culture and improve mental health?
What it’s like to experience chronic stress at work
6th April 2022
Stress left unmanaged is bad for our health. Excess stress can present itself in a wide range of emotional, cognitive, behavioural and physical ways, which can negatively affect our day-to-day lives. While stretching ourselves at work is positive as it helps us to grow, too much pressure puts a strain on us and eventually could lead to burnout. Jennifer, Sophia and Shannon tell us about their past experiences of burnout, demonstrating that the self-awareness they developed now helps them to spot the signs of stress and keep mentally healthy.
Integrating diversity, equity, inclusion and mental health into our core values at work
6th December 2021
Leading performance marketing agency, Merkle, is partnering with Mental Health UK this December, to bring to the fore the importance of inclusivity and support for people affected by a mental health problem. You can get insight from them below where they share their best practices for creating a mentally healthy work environment.
#DownTools: Mental Health UK & Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles partner on new campaign for better work-life balance across the nation
26th October 2021
With three quarters of workers now working beyond their contracted hours, our campaign encourages workers to ‘call it a day when the day is done’.
Four in five small business owners tell us they’re experiencing poor mental health
4th February 2021
Research released by iwoca and Mental Health UK today shines a spotlight on the mental health of small business owners.
Running on empty: Nearly 1 in 4 working women in the UK feel unable to manage stress and pressure at work, with only 44% confident that their employer has a plan in place to prevent burnout
9th October 2020
YouGov polling commissioned by Mental Health UK has found that almost one in four (23%) women workers in the UK are currently struggling to manage feelings of stress and pressure at work.
Returning to work after furlough – How to manage the anxieties you might be feeling
21st July 2020
After weeks of living under lockdown, our worlds are slowly starting to open up again. With restrictions beginning to ease, many people that were furloughed are now being asked to return to work. But what do you do if you’re feeling anxious about returning to work? Laura Peters, Head of Advice and Information Services at Mental Health UK, provides some useful tips.