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Signs o Mental Health Issues in Your Workplace

SIgns of Mental Health Issues in Your Workplace

Jan. 3, 2024
As companies focus on healthier workplaces here are some clues to figure out what's going on .

Almost every safety professional I have spoken to in the past couple of years said they were acutely aware of improving the mental health of their employees. 

Companies are trying a number of methods to tackle this issue. In fact a recent article called out seven companies who are providing "world class" programs. Companies include Johnson & Johnson, Unilver and Union Pacific. 

Even with the example of these companies, and the increased focus on the important of mental health, and its effect on workplace engagement and productivity, it's not always easy to spot.

A recent article in HR Digest provided a list of signs that indicate employees are struggling. Author Eva Martinez offers these signs as a way to "open the door to a conversation on what cane be done to help."

  • Frequent tardiness and inability to keep up with work deadlines
  • Constant tiredness and apparent exhaustion or frequent illness
  • Inconsistent moods and frequent fluctuations
  • Sudden change in personality traits—includes withdrawal from projects, social circles, and activities
  • Extreme nervousness and being on the edge
  • Difficulty concentrating, keeping up with instructions, completing tasks, etc.
  • Frequent conflicts with team members
  • Decline in the quality of work that isn’t resolved by changing work parameters
  • Increased sensitivity as compared to their previous demeanor
  • Decline of interest in initiatives

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Here are some articles from EHS Today related to the topic that might be of interest:

Mental Health is Making Workplaces Safer

Ways to Improve Employee Mental Health

How to Reduce Stress and Improve Mental Health in the Workplace

Warning: The Workplace Could be Hazardous to Your Mental Health

About the Author

EHS Today Staff

EHS Today's editorial staff includes:

Dave Blanchard, Editor-in-Chief: During his career Dave has led the editorial management of many of Endeavor Business Media's best-known brands, including IndustryWeekEHS Today, Material Handling & LogisticsLogistics Today, Supply Chain Technology News, and Business Finance. In addition, he serves as senior content director of the annual Safety Leadership Conference. With over 30 years of B2B media experience, Dave literally wrote the book on supply chain management, Supply Chain Management Best Practices (John Wiley & Sons, 2021), which has been translated into several languages and is currently in its third edition. He is a frequent speaker and moderator at major trade shows and conferences, and has won numerous awards for writing and editing. He is a voting member of the jury of the Logistics Hall of Fame, and is a graduate of Northern Illinois University.

Adrienne Selko, Senior Editor: In addition to her roles with EHS Today and the Safety Leadership Conference, Adrienne is also a senior editor at IndustryWeek and has written about many topics, with her current focus on workforce development strategies. She is also a senior editor at Material Handling & Logistics. Previously she was in corporate communications at a medical manufacturing company as well as a large regional bank. She is the author of Do I Have to Wear Garlic Around My Neck?, which made the Cleveland Plain Dealer's best sellers list.

Nicole Stempak, Managing Editor:  Nicole Stempak is managing editor of EHS Today and conference content manager of the Safety Leadership Conference.

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