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Mental Health First Aid: The Critical Skill Set Every Workplace Needs

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However, the same consideration is seldom extended toward mental stress and strain—otherwise known as mental health first aid—and that needs to change. The same analysis also found that workers believe their job is more likely to harm their mental health than help it. What is Mental Health First Aid? Mary Jacobson, M.D.,

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Is Working From Home Wreaking Havoc With Your Health?

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In a recent article , renowned sports physician Jordan Metzl says that remote work can be severely detrimental to the overall (mental and physical) health of employees. However, when healthy habits are not built into the day, working from home can lead to some serious health problems. Leading Sports Physician, Jordan D.

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When It Come to Employee Mental Health, These 10 Companies Are Setting the Example

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Mental health has been top of mind for employees and employers alike for a few years now. But some companies are continuing to push to improve the lives of their employees or their clients as innovators in the future of mental health. Here are the companies pushing toward change in mental health in 2024.

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Resimercial Design Balances Comfort and Sustainability in the Office

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It’s no secret that employee health and wellness play an important role in workplace retention and recruitment. By embracing workplace design strategies that prioritize wellness and sustainability, companies can welcome employees back to an office that actively supports their health and the way they choose to work.

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Breaking The Employee Burnout Cycle With Workplace Strategy

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During Mental Health Awareness month, RSP’s Kari Smith discusses how the right workplace strategy can support wellbeing at work and help people thrive. The American Psychological Association recently revealed that nearly 60% of employees are experiencing negative impacts of work-related stress. May is Mental Health Awareness month.

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Biophilic design has a long history and an even bigger future

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Nor is its application in the built environment. The centre piece is a plant covered tower which the firm says emphasises its commitment to the environment and biophilic design. Participants outfitted with sensors to monitor heart rates and stress levels had to solve mathematical problems. More greenhouse than landscape.

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Will The Future Of Work Require Mandatory Time Off?

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Businesses like Goldman Sachs and We Are Rosie are looking into opportunities to ensure employees use their time off — in an effort to help improve productivity and reduce stress. Studies have shown that taking time off can improve employee productivity and help with mental health, according to Psychreg.

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