Creating social glue for employees without a ‘home’
We’re very used to the idea of remote workers. But what about employees with nothing to be ‘remote’ from? The speed of the shift to mobile connectivity and devices is making the traditional office and corporate HQ – with all the associated capital costs and long commuting times – look outdated and inefficient. In the US, […]
Why did Ruby Wax promote silence on mental health?
Comedian Ruby Wax has become a leading voice on mental health issues in the UK, a high-profile campaigner who’s just been offered a new post as visiting professor for mental health nursing at the University of Surrey. So when she advises employees to never tell their boss about a mental health problem, people are going […]
Mental health in women – greater incidence or more likely to report problems?
“Mental health is inextricably linked to our status in society.” New figures from the Health and Social Care Information Centre suggest that women – and especially those under 50 – are the group at the greatest risk of suffering from mental health problems. But is this a case of greater reporting of problems by women, […]
Psychological first-aid in the workplace – responding to traumatic events
This article was written by Mandy Rutter, head of the critical incident team at wellbeing company The Validium Group. The Boston marathon bombing has been an example of the kind of shock incident that is not only traumatic for those involved, but sends waves through networks of friends, colleagues, family and whole communities. For employees, the implications […]
Supporting senior leaders with mental health issues
This article was written by Mandy Rutter, Senior Clinical Business Manager at Validium. From the end of April, employers will no longer be able to legally remove company directors who have mental health problems. The success of the Mental Health Discrimination Bill is part of an important shift in attitudes towards mental illness: that people […]
Talking Point: Christmas – Is it really the season to be jolly?
A lot of employees are more likely to be looking for a bit of help and support rather than a party this Christmas. While it’s a rollercoaster time of year for people at the best of times, the financial squeeze is bringing with it new pressures that are generating their own potential problems and stress. […]