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Japan’s Young Workforce Confronts Mental Health Crisis

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Recent findings from the Japan Productivity Centre indicate a significant rise in mental health issues among young employees, particularly those in their teens and twenties, where the prevalence has escalated to 43.9%, up from 29% in 2021. This uptick also extends to workers in their thirties, with a new high of 26.8%.

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How to Make Your Office Setup Ergonomic—And Avoid Health Issues

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From 2019 to 2021, the amount of American workers logging in remotely more than tripled. Potential health issues caused by a non-ergonomic office setup Ergonomic setups maximize efficiency and comfort while protecting your body from experiencing certain health issues. You may need a while to adapt, but it’s totally worth it.

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Wunderman Thompson's 2021 Future 100 Trends Report

Small Business Labs

The 2021 edition of the annual Wunderman Thompson Future 100 report was released last year.  Trends span culture, tech and innovation, travel and hospitality, brands and marketing, food and drink, beauty, retail, health, work and finance. As with past years, the 2021 report is beautifully produced and long - over 200 pages.  

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How Discrimination in the Workplace Impacts Black Women’s Health & Well-Being

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The experience took a toll on her mental health. Workplace discrimination and Black women’s health Jocelyn Frye, president of the National Partnership for Women and Families, points out that women of color are more likely to experience sexual harassment and pregnancy discrimination. “I was like an outsider in my department.”

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Young people should be the main focus of mental health efforts

Workplace Insight

And the economic consequences are greatest for those whose poor mental health comes alongside poor educational outcomes, with one-in-three young non-graduates with a CMD currently workless, according to new Resolution Foundation research. As a result, more than half a million 18-24-year-olds were prescribed anti-depressants in 2021-22.

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Virtual Therapy is Revolutionizing Mental Health Care

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Users receive the counseling they need remotely, through their digital device such as laptop, desktop or a mobile app—think of it as telemed, but for mental health and well-being. As the American Psychological Association stated in 2021, “ Online therapy is here to stay.” What kinds of mental health counseling services are provided?

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13 Best Meditation Apps to Add Mindfulness to Your Self-Care Routine [2021]

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In fact, the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health makes clear the health benefits of mediation. But only a small fraction of adults meditate regularly, despite the increases in health and well-being meditative exercises provide. Each of these benefits contributes to greater physiological health.

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