Who: Employers, employees, and mental health advocates. What: A survey highlights workplace mental health struggles and the role of political/social stressors. When: 2025 and beyond. Where: Businesses globally, but particularly in the U.S. Why & How: Anxiety and burnout disrupt productivity, with 74% of employees calling for tailored workplace mental health support. Companies investing in mental health see 13% productivity gains and reductions in absenteeism and turnover. Employers are encouraged to foster resilience through resources like counseling, open dialogue, and policies that prioritize well-being, ensuring happier and more engaged teams.
References:
- https://afsp.org/story/research-roundup-april-2025
- https://www.mind.org.uk/get-involved/mental-health-awareness-week/
- https://www.sciencedaily.com/news/health_medicine/
- https://www.plansponsor.com/the-workplace-mental-health-crisis-of-2025/
- https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/stress-awareness-month-2025/
- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/326115
- https://www.rethink.org/news-and-stories/news-and-views/2025/rethink-mental-illness-calls-for-tariff-on-wellness-products-to-fund-mental-health-research/?whatsnew
- https://www.matesinmind.org/training-and-resources/stress-awareness-month-april-2025
- https://au.reachout.com/mental-health-issues/depression/stories-from-young-people-with-depression
- https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/news-and-events/news/news-article/2025/04/the-urgent-need-to-reconnect-with-nature
