Prioritizing your employees’ health in every way – mental and emotional as well as physical – has never been more critical. Taking a holistic approach that raises awareness and offers treatment and service options for mental health is more than worth your time, effort and company resources.

As noted by the World Health Organization, an estimated 264 million people suffer from depression and anxiety. And one of the biggest contributors to these conditions is chronic workplace stress, which can stem from:

Fallout from Employee Mental Health Issues

Team members who suffer from mental health problems may be unable to complete job tasks or experience significant drops in cognitive performance. Symptoms such as fatigue, loss of motivation, headaches, chronic pain and feeling overwhelmed make it more challenging for them to show up for work and more likely to be victims of presenteeism.

Employees experiencing mental distress use, on average, $3,000 more in healthcare services per year than their peers. The cost of days lost averages $4,873 per person per year, and the cost of related turnover averages $5,733 per person annually. These numbers can vary greatly across occupations and locations.

Create a Positive Work Environment

Everyone at your company must be fully committed to supporting mental health, whether your employees are on-site, remote, or a combination of both.

 


For additional help promoting mental health and holistic well-being for your employees, partner with the workplace development experts at PrideStaff Fresno. Contact us today to learn more.


 

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