How to support mental health at work

For many of us, work is a major part of our lives. It is where we spend much of our time, where we get our income and often where we make new friends. Having a fulfilling job can be good for your mental health and wellbeing. 

Everyone deserves a mentally friendly workplace where they can thrive. Both employers and employees have a role in in creating this.

Good mental health at work and good management go hand in hand and there is strong evidence that workplaces with high levels of mental wellbeing are more productive. Addressing wellbeing at work increases productivity by as much as 12%.

This guides gives information about looking after your own mental health at work, and that of your colleagues and gives practical tips on fostering a mentally healthy workplace. After reading this guide you should:

• have an idea of how to manage your own mental health at work
• have an idea of how to reach out to a colleague in distress
• have an idea how you can work with others to make your workplace more mentally healthy for everyone.

Read or download this guide free of charge