How Workplaces Can Help Address the Mental Health Crisis
Mental health challenges have been on the rise in recent years and research is beginning to reveal the extent to which the pandemic exacerbated the problem. The prevalence of anxiety and depression increased by more than 10% in many European countries compared to pre-covid, with some countries reporting increases of 20% or more. Several European countries reported that the population of people suffering from anxiety doubled since 2019. As people around the world grapple with these issues, workplaces have a unique responsibility and opportunity to take proactive steps to listen to people’s needs and make a difference.
