One in five “sandwich carers” – people who care for both children and elderly relatives – would like more mental...
Mental health conditions
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Employers needed to be focused on much more than just the physical and workplace adjustments needed for an employee to...
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Making group income protection work harder for employee health and wellbeing
by Paul Avisby Paul AvisGroup income protection (GIP) insurance can provide employees with peace of mind that their income will be covered in the...
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From Grenfell Tower to Manchester Arena: supporting the health of medics on the frontline
by Nic Patonby Nic PatonAnyone who goes into the caring professions, especially those working in “blue light” emergency response services, will fully accept they...
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Social workers are at risk of developing “compassion fatigue”, which could affect both their mental health and their ability to...
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One teacher in 20 is suffering with a mental health issue that has lasted, or is likely to last, more...
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The cost of poor mental health to employers has risen by 16% over the past three years, research by Deloitte...
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A quarter of workers would put their own health at risk to ensure a work task is completed, according to...
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A psychologist has suggested business travellers should develop “coping strategies” after a survey revealed employees' health problems stemming from lengthy periods spent flying or driving.
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Mental ill health can of course affect anyone, irrespective of age, gender or status. But men, especially those working in...
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It is well-recognised that serving in the military can bring with it potentially devastating mental as well as physical health...
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A trader who became ill after working excessive hours in an understaffed department was discriminated against because of his mental...
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Relying on the Christmas break to provide a window of relief – dragging ourselves across the finishing line as it were – is misconceived. Instead, we should use this holiday to strengthen our resilience.
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Seasonal affective disorder can significantly affect employees' day-to-day activities. Simon Blake explains how OH can support staff.
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Occupational health professionals should get more involved in the provision of wellbeing services and need to work more with other...