Mental Health in the Workplace

Mental health refers to a person's cognitive, behavioral and emotional well-being, or their ability to cope with the normal stresses of life. More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults lives with a mental illness, which makes mental health an important part of any workplace health and safety program. Check in here for the latest content on mental health in the workplace.

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Mental Health in the Workplace
Navigating the Intersection of Ergonomics and Mental Health

Building mental health supports into your ergonomics program can significantly improve your workplace's safety outcomes.

By: Kevin Lombardo | CEO & President
Safety Hazards
How to Conduct a Psychosocial Hazards Risk Assessment

Psychosocial hazards are subtle and nuanced, but can still have a profound impact on workers. Find out how to identify and control them.

By: Karoly Ban Matei | HR and Safety Manager
Workplace Health and Wellness
6 Ways to Improve Mental Health at Work

Safety professionals want to create workplaces conducive to mental and emotional wellbeing but often don't know how. Start with these steps.

By: Safeopedia Staff
Mental Health in the Workplace
Desk Job Getting You Down? Try Making It More Physical

If your office job is making you fatigued or unmotivated, there's a fix for that. Here's why and how you should add movement to your workday.

By: Safeopedia Staff
Mental Health in the Workplace
5 Realistic Ways to Address Mental Health in the Workplace

Stress, burnout, and other mental health issues are serious safety issues. Here are some practical ways to address them.

By: Jeffrey Cassells | Content Strategist and Consultant
Mental Health in the Workplace
Addressing Mental Illness and Workplace Safety

Many employees struggle in silence due to mental health stigma. Positive conversations about mental health helps these workers get the support they need.

By: Bennett Cuthbert | Writer
Mental Health in the Workplace
Why Stress Should Be Treated as a Serious Workplace Hazard

Stress isn't as dramatic as an injury, but it's still a workplace hazard that needs to be controlled.

By: Daniel Clark | Safety and Quality Management System Specialist
Mental Health in the Workplace
How to Reduce and Manage Workplace Stress

Learn how to reduce work-related stress and manage the stress you cannot eliminate.

By: Kurina Baksh
Mental Health in the Workplace
9 Strategies to Promote Workplace Mental Health

Many companies want to promote mental health but aren't sure how. These steps will help you get started.

By: Steve Prentice
Mental Health in the Workplace
Managing Employee Burnout to Reduce Deadly Accidents

Stress and burnout can be major contributors to fatal workplace accidents. Learn the signs of burnout and how you can help your employees manage it.

By: Charlotte DiBartolomeo | CEO and Founder of Red Kite Project
Mental Health in the Workplace
Dear Body, It’s Me, Brain

Mental health strategies are gaining attention by employers looking to improve the mental health of employees. Learn why physical health plays an important role in mental health.

By: Kristen Hansen
Mental Health in the Workplace
8 Strategies to Promote Workplace Mental Health

Mental health is a growing concern in the workplace. Learn what strategies might help promote a happier, healthier workplace.

By: Kurina Baksh

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