To improve mental health in the workplace, organisations should create a supportive environment where employees feel comfortable discussing their mental health openly.
For instance, you can:
- Encourage managers to model positive wellbeing behaviours and use their influence to challenge stigma
- Ensure employees have regular one-to-one meetings with their managers to discuss any issues they may be facing
- Provide resources that facilitate open conversations about mental health.
- Actively promote and provide access to mental health resources and support services, including employee assistance programmes.
- Raise awareness of mental health through training sessions and workplace campaigns.
- Ensure employees know where to seek support and how to address mental health.
- Appoint mental health ‘champions’ who are trained to listen and guide staff towards appropriate support.
For more information on supporting mental health in the workplace and understanding the legal considerations, download our guide.
