Zoe Sinclair: Many companies have taken leaps but it's simply not enough

'Mental health first aid for line managers is only a start'

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Business leaders must prioritise creating positive working cultures and tackling mental health problems at work, says This Can Happen founder

Workplace mental health awareness and action has never been so critical, but training and education must filter throughout companies, from top to bottom. In large companies, especially in deadline-driven industries, stress levels are perpetually high and many of us are simply not equipped to deal with the pressure. Tragedies of those who slip under the radar are regularly reported and should serve as a warning - we are all obliged to take action to help those around us. Sadly, we are facing a national crisis and every single employee must be taught how to identify a colleague in troub...

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