Depressed Employees & a Lot of Missed Work Days

Data compiled globally by Resolute Psychiatry says mental health issues like anxiety and depression account for 12 billion work days per year. The report also notes that the often-noted work-life balance being off kilter and increased work loads are also causing productivity to drop because of the detrimental impact on personal well-being.

The report says all of that anxiety leads to fatigue, poor concentration, detachment, stress and physical issues and symptoms.

“Not only is prioritizing mental health in the workplace a moral imperative; it’s an investment in a company’s most valuable resource — its people,” Resolute Psychiatry said.

That 12 billion workdays equals about $1 trillion in financial losses per year.

The report comes with the usual recommendations that Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) need to support emotional well-being programs that show the company cares.

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