Every year, people are caught off guard by seasonal affective disorder (SAD), with as many as 2 million people in the UK grappling with this condition.
Post-natal depression is believed to only impact the birthing parent due to the huge changes a woman goes through. However, post-natal depression can also affect the non-birthing parent.
England is experiencing an increased use of antidepressants due to the pandemic's psychological impact. Workplaces need to urgently address the persistence of stigma surrounding mental health.
Employers need to understand when a condition may be a disability, the legal obligations flowing from that, and what they can do to support staff and protect themselves from litigation.