Lessons from the pandemic on corporate mental health

According to experts, there is still a taboo on the subject.

Mental health has become an increasingly relevant topic inside and outside companies. And although the pandemic has strengthened its importance, there is still a taboo on the subject within organizations with little investment in solutions that aid in prevention, awareness and adequate treatment.

There is still a stigma around mental health and this makes people reluctant to seek help or even talk about it.

“Even though the topic has become more relevant in recent years, people have some resistance on related issues. It is very common for people to quit their jobs looking for a specialist when they have a sore throat or a severe cold, for example, but seek help when they feel sick. emotionally shaken it becomes a little more difficult, because there is fear of judgment, or even cultural resistance, ”he explains.

Stress syndrome and burnout

According to a survey by the International Stress Management (ISMA) today 72% of Brazilian workers suffer from stress, while 32% have burnout syndrome. Even according to the Global Report on Mental Health published by the World Health Organization (WHO) in June of this year, only in the first year after the emergence of the new coronavirus there has been a 25% increase in cases of depression and anxiety. .

For the CEO of Hisnek, the pandemic has brought light and left a series of lessons learned on the subject, which has caused companies to seek more and more solutions to support. Carolina Dassie separated three reflections that the period of isolation and remote work left for mental health companies.

• 1. Active listening and acceptance by the human resources of companies is essential to help employees, both to take care of their health and to seek help when needed.
• 2. With adaptation to remote or hybrid work, the use of technology becomes essential to actively and effectively help people within companies, as it is possible to identify who is vulnerable or experiencing a specific mental health problem. the department can implement a series of prevention, awareness and guidance actions for adequate treatment.
• 3. There is still a mental health stigma that prevents people from seeking treatment. Therefore, human resources must remain open to welcome without judgment and be confidential. This is an important step and helps to accommodate the employee when needed.

An example of a disease that still causes a lot of discomfort but can trigger other diseases if not treated is the burnout syndrome, classified by the World Health Organization as an occupational phenomenon that arises from work-related stress, leaving the person exhausted, with little energy and makes her stop believing in what it produces.

HOMEWORK inspires transformation, with digital intelligence and handcrafted imagination. Our journalism hits thousands of readers every day. And our bespoke content solutions serve large businesses of all sizes. Find out more about our projects andcontact

.

Source: Terra

Benjamin

Benjamin Smith is a fashion journalist and author at Gossipify, known for his coverage of the latest fashion trends and industry insights. He writes about clothing, shoes, accessories, and runway shows, providing in-depth analysis and unique perspectives. He’s respected for his ability to spot emerging designers and trends, and for providing practical fashion advice to readers.