People spend nearly one third of their adult lives at work.  Workplace issues are a common source of anxiety and stress and can lead to depression for many.  This leads to an ongoing loss in productivity and often has a negative impact on the working environment.

The results of APA’s 2023 Work in America Survey confirmed that psychological well-being is a very high priority for workers themselves.  And specifically:

• 92% of workers said it is very (57%) or somewhat (35%) important to them to work for an organization that values their emotional and psychological well-being.
• 92% said it is very (52%) or somewhat (40%) important to them to work for an organization that provides support for employee mental health.

According to Zippia.com 40+ WORRISOME WORKPLACE STRESS STATISTICS [2023]: FACTS, CAUSES, AND TRENDS

• 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress, with 25% saying their job is the number one stressor in their lives.
• About one million Americans miss work each day because of stress.
• 76% of US workers report that workplace stress affects their personal relationships.
• Depression-induced absenteeism costs US businesses $51 billion a year, as well as an additional $26 billion in treatment costs.  Stressed workers incur healthcare costs twice as high as other employees.
• More than 50% of workers are not engaged at work as a result of stress, leading to a loss of productivity.
• The consequences of stress-related illnesses cost businesses an estimated $200 to $300 billion a year in lost productivity.
• 80% of workers feel stress on the job, and nearly half said they need help in learning how to manage stress.

According to these statistics, companies that offer effective stress management have been shown to reduce sickness absence costs by up to 20%.

By recognizing that being mentally healthy is important, you healthy is important, you can support your staff and help them to be more productive and motivated and lead fulfilled lives.