Workplace mental health refers to the psychological, emotional, and social well-being of employees in the work environment
This includes employer initiatives to promote it, such as providing support programs and fostering a positive culture, as well as individual strategies for employees to manage their own mental health. Addressing mental health in the workplace is crucial due to its impact on employee well-being and productivity, with strategies like Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), reducing stigma, setting clear expectations, and encouraging work-life balance being key.
Employers have a 'duty of care'. This means they must do all they reasonably can to support workers' health, safety and wellbeing. This includes: making sure the working environment is safe protecting staff from discrimination carrying out risk assessments Employers must treat mental and physical health as equally important.
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Mental health issues can affect one in four people at some point in their lives. They are a major cause of long-term absence from work. Employers should promote good mental health and provide support for employees who are experiencing mental ill health including anxiety or depression. This factsheet gives an overview of mental health issues in the workplace.
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