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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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Wunderman Thompson's 2021 Future 100 Trends Report

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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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MBO Partners 10 Future of Work Predictions for 2021

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With the advent of new work platforms that enable real-time teaming between independents, we’re predicting a rise in the virtual, just-in-time organization – where talented individuals come together to deliver work and then disband until the next project arrangement. We'll have more on this trend in the near future.

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Offering Remote Work Options Creates a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workplace Environment

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Allwork.Space and Alliance Virtual Offices conducted a survey, and also analyzed third party research, to understand how remote work impacts individuals’ health and wellbeing. . 2021). . Millions of women have either quit or lost their jobs due to the lack of childcare, especially during the pandemic (Kennette & Lin, 2021).

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How to Mindfully Take Time Off Work—And Ultimately Increase Your Productivity

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Burnout is at an all-time high since the spring of 2021. How to take time off: Find someone to take over for you Prior to going on vacation, Dr. LeMeita Smith, director of clinical services at United Health Services, meets with her team to identify the best employee to handle her responsibilities while she’s away. “I

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The Reality of Remote Work and Wellness

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Cognitive biases such as confirmation bias and status quo bias may prevent traditionalists from recognizing these benefits, leading them to advocate for a return to office-based work. Employers must provide mental health benefits, including online options, to help employees address burnout and other mental health challenges.

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