12.5% of men in the UK are thought to be suffering from a mental health disorder. Men’s Health Week is an important opportunity to get men talking about the things they don't want to talk about.
With mental health issues affecting more than one in four people at some point in their lives, employers must take steps to prioritise the wellbeing of their workforce. By doing so, you’ll see reduced absenteeism and a more cohesive team spirit.
Good mental health is as important as good physical health, however, the mental state of the nation is currently unwell. This is never truer when it comes to the workplace.
Employers can create a more inclusive and productive work environment by fostering a workplace culture that both values and respects mental health and provides support for employees.
Although a certain level of anxiety about workplace pressure is normal, intense feelings of Sunday dread should be addressed both in our own attitudes and routines, and with our employers.
Over 20 community leaders from young, diverse outdoors communities are receiving mental health first aid training as a means to join the dots between the power of community, nature and mental health.