Employers 'must do more' to support mental wellbeing

During COVID-19

Adam Saville
clock • 2 min read

An estimated 23 million people experiencing poor mental wellbeing due to coronavirus pandemic

Research conducted by Benenden Health has shown that 35% of people are struggling with their mental wellbeing as a result of the pandemic, with many suggesting support from employers could help ease their stress levels. Nearly one in five who are experiencing poor mental wellbeing said work is causing them the most stress in their daily lives, with 11% concerned about losing their job and 8% stressed by their workload. More than half of parents (58%) who said they were negatively impacted by the pandemic said having children at home is a contributing factor. Worryingly, one in 10 (11%...

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