All Mental health resilience articles – Page 7
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Supplier articleMEN’S MENTAL HEALTH… THE IMPORTANCE OF PERMISSION
Like International Women’s Day, International Men’s Day 2023 aims to bring the themes and issues that impact men to the forefront of our minds. The 2023 theme for International Women’s Day was ‘Equity’, something women are still striving for in the workplace. For men, the tone is different, focusing on ...
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ArticleGBS Automation introduces occupational health services
GBS Automation has launched occupational health services for its 25 employees in order to support their health and wellbeing.The firm specialises in the design and manufacture of industrial automation equipment for the fast-moving consumer goods industry, including baking equipment. As its employees are exposed to fabrication processes, chemicals and activities ...
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ArticleAutumn Statement: Government to reform fit note process
The government is to take steps to reform the fit note process to support more people to resume work after a period of illness.Announced in today’s Autumn Statement by Jeremy Hunt, Chancellor of the Exchequer, trials in a small number of Integrated Care Systems in England will test changes to ...
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ArticleAutumn Statement: Government to reform work capability assessments
The government is to reform work capability assessments so more individuals receive the right support to find work where they can.Announced in today’s Autumn Statement by Jeremy Hunt, Chancellor of the Exchequer, the activities and descriptors in work capability assessments for new claimants will be updated to support long-term sick ...
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ArticleTribunal rules stress can be disability without mental health diagnosis
An employment tribunal has ruled that stress can be considered disability without a formal mental health diagnosis from a doctor.At a preliminary hearing to discuss a case brought against Aneurin Bevan University Local Health Board, the tribunal panel in Cardiff found that claimant Mrs Phillips could be considered disabled under ...
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Article69% of women had negative experience at work due to menstruation symptoms
More than two thirds (69%) of women have had a negative experience at work due to menstruation symptoms, according to research by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).The professional body for HR and people development’s report Menstruation and support at work, which surveyed more than 2,000 women, found ...
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ArticleCity Building signs Dying to Work charter
Glasgow-based building contractor City Building has signed up to the Dying to Work charter to help support employees who become terminally ill.The voluntary charter is part of the Trade Union Congress’ wider Dying to Work campaign, which seeks greater security for terminally ill workers to prevent them losing their jobs ...
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ArticleBishop and Sewell introduces mental health and wellbeing support for staff
London-based law firm Bishop and Sewell has implemented mental health and wellbeing support for employees to help them deal with the pressures of the legal sector.Through the service, which is provided by Thrive Mental Wellbeing, its employees will be able to access anonymous and confidential support services via an app, ...
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Supplier articleBE STRESS-AWARE & GET THE BEST FROM YOUR PEOPLE
It’s National Stress Awareness Day, and we’re joining the campaign to raise awareness of stress in the workplace and remove the stigma. During this blog, we’ll explore the causes of workplace stress, generational and gender differences, and how you can reduce employee stress to create a happier and healthier workforce. ...
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ArticleRevolution Bars Group implements suicide prevention and mental health tool
Bars and pubs operator Revolution Bars Group has installed a suicide and mental health prevention tool across all its internal computer networks to strengthen its commitment to supporting its employees.All staff accounts and computers that use the group’s internal wi-fi network will be protected by the R;pple tool, which automatically ...
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ArticleShiseido introduces postpartum support for staff
Credit: yu_photo / Shutterstock.comJapanese cosmetics business Shiseido has launched a postpartum service to provide support to employees with children under three months old.From this month, employees at Shiseido and its partner firms will be able to access housework and childcare assistance by licensed, qualified postpartum care professionals. It is available ...
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Article88% experiencing more symptoms of burnout
Almost nine in 10 (88%) Britons are experiencing more burnout symptoms than usual, according to research by Cigna Healthcare.Its 2023 Vitality study, which surveyed 10,800 respondents in the US, UK, Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Kenya, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, China, Singapore, and the Hong Kong SAR, also found that half ...
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Case StudiesOctopus Investments provides sleep support through wellbeing hub
Octopus Investments offers its 750 UK employees a range of support tools to help with their sleep as part of its wellbeing hub.Through the hub, the financial services firm's employees can access a premium Headspace account which has dedicated sleep support from guided meditations, sleep casts, music and soundscapes.Emma Ryan, ...
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AnalysisHow to support employees with better sleep habits
Symptoms of a lack of sleep in employees can include reduced concentration, impaired mobility and decreased reaction times.Sleep management and ensuring a better work-life balance should be a part of health and wellbeing strategies.Leading from the top down is effective in addressing that not prioritising rest results in poor long-term ...
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ArticleLakeland introduces new staff wellbeing support
Credit: Ben Molyneux / Shutterstock.comKitchenware and homeware retailer Lakeland has implemented new wellbeing support to protect its more than 1,300 members of staff.Through a partnership with retail industry charity the Retail Trust, Lakeland employees can access a range of mental health resources, such as counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy for ...
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Supplier articleHow to measure the impact of your mental health initiatives
Measuring the impact of mental health initiatives is crucial because it allows you to show your genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and understand the tangible outcomes. Taking the time to measure your wellbeing policies properly will help you to fine-tune strategies, offer sincere support to your workforce ...
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Supplier articleThe connection between physical health and work performance: DocHQ Physio insights
HR managers have to deal with many different issues. You play a vital role in shaping not only the productivity of your company but also the culture. This comes with its own unique set of challenges, not least the fact that an efficient, effective and happy workforce is your responsibility.One ...
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Supplier article6 ways DocHQ helps boost your employees’ mental health at work
Recent research by The Workplace Health Report 2023 revealed that 79% of UK workers experience high stress levels, most often caused by work.One key way to support your employees and help reduce stress and boost their mental health is by partnering with DocHQ Fitness. Studies have shown that exercise not ...
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ArticleTribunal awards former White Lake Cheese employee £20k for pregnancy discrimination
A former office worker, who was unfairly dismissed and discriminated against on pregnancy grounds by White Lake Cheese, has been awarded £19,700 by an employment tribunal.Storm Botha started working at White Lake Cheese as a cheese-making assistant in September 2020. After two months, she occasionally worked in the office doing ...
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Supplier articleWORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY: REMOVE THE STIGMA. BE THE CHANGE
Mental health is a universal human right, yet one in six adults’ experiences moderate to severe depressive symptoms. There are barriers. There’s a stigma. As an employer, you can remove them all by ingraining employee mental wellbeing into your core values. Read on to discover how.Mental health is universal human ...