World Mental Health Day – How big is the problem at work?

This month the global spotlight is on mental health with World Mental Health Day on October 10.

2 in 5 Australians report they have left their job due to a poor work environment and in the next ten years 33% of all claims will be mental injury claims.

Mental Health Awareness Month

Research shows us that one in five Australians live with depression, anxiety, or substance use disorder. Almost half of all Australians will experience a mental health condition in their lifetime. Despite its high prevalence almost 60% of employees have not spoken to anyone at work about their mental health status.

Left untreated, or not supported, poor mental health takes a massive toll on the workplace. In 2020 the Productivity Commission reported that the cost of an unhealthy workplace was $39 billion per year and that sick leave, and presenteeism, that is turning up to work but not actually being very present cost $17 billion per year. Incorporating small habits into your workday can make a huge difference in how you feel and perform. 

At Corporate Diversity Pathways we have partnered with Dr Paula Robinson and APPLI-ED as we believe that every day we should prioritise to help develop evidence-based exercises and habits that are sustainable, not just for work but in life.

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