Workplace Mental Health

As a flexible way for employees to carry out duties, working from home has become a staple work offering within the modern workplace and has seen a significant shift in application across businesses worldwide. Spearheaded by the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and paired with the increased availability of video and instant messaging platforms such […]

People are becoming more conscious of their work-life balance and how incorporating levels of fitness activities in their routine can impact their physical and mental health within the working week. In a study conducted in 2022 by the World Health Organisation: “1 in 4 adults do not meet the global recommended levels of physical activity”. […]

Mental Health Specialist Sarah Jeffries from Mental Health First Aid investigates the complex connections between employment conditions, unemployment, and mental health at work. As our professional environments evolve, there’s a pressing need for a more profound understanding of how the duration of work and unemployment statistics influence mental wellness. Through the lens of our recent study, we aim to […]

Around 90,000 workers in the UK take some sort of mid-life career break every year, whether it’s to travel the world, look after a loved one, or seek a new opportunity. It is fair to say that, as you jump on the career ladder, you are expected to stick to one profession or move seamlessly from […]

Let’s explore what neurodiversity is, why it’s essential for businesses to embrace it, and how you can create a more inclusive environment for neurodivergent individuals. What is Neurodiversity? This term neurodiversity encompasses a variety of conditions, including autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, among others. Neurodiversity is the idea that neurological differences are just as valid as […]

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) isn’t a checkbox to tick once a year when Pride Month comes around. Although, Pride Month is a moment in time for us all to stop and talk about how firms can extend the rainbow to foster a more diverse and inclusive work environment, it should be continued throughout the […]

A new study from Vitality Health Insurance has revealed that 70% of Brits prioritise their physical health over their mental wellbeing, particularly in work environments. With many still believing that physical ailments are taken more seriously than mental health issues, this points to the wider issue of workplaces not considering their employee’s psychological safety within their company culture.  […]

It’s no secret that remote working has become widespread in the UK since the global pandemic. In fact, 16% of employees reported solely working from home between September 2020 and January 2023.   The harmful misconception surrounding remote working is that employees are less productive while working outside the office has led to many companies using […]

Following the recent resignation of the Deputy Prime Minister, Dominic Raab, over reports of bullying allegations, there has been a rise in the number of public documents reporting toxic work cultures. New research from Gleeson Recruitment Group shows that over one in ten UK workers have a toxic relationship with their peers and managers. An astonishing 93% of UK […]