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The theme of World Mental Health Day 2024, ‘It’s time to prioritize mental health in the workplace’, serves as a powerful wake-up call to employers around the world. As we navigate a post-pandemic world, the rising tide of work-related stress and burnout has made mental health issues more urgent than ever. The recent tragic incident at EY (Ernst & Young) in India, where a young worker committed suicide due to overwhelming workplace pressure, highlights the dire consequences of neglecting workers’ well-being.

This tragedy is not an isolated event. It’s part of a global crisis affecting workplaces in India, the UK, the US and beyond. It’s time to shift our approach from treating employee wellness programs as optional extras to making them a top priority. Companies that fail to do so not only jeopardize the well-being of their workforce but also their own long-term success.

Prioritizing employee well-being in the workplace

Employee wellness programs should not be viewed as optional perks or simply a corporate social responsibility, but rather as an essential component of a thriving workplace. More companies are beginning to recognize the critical need for these programs, but progress is slow. To make mental health a real priority in the workplace, employers need to go beyond superficial policies and actively integrate mental health into their everyday practices. Don’t just ask how are you? Be prepared to hear how they really feel.

The EY tragedy: A global wake-up call

The suicide of a young employee at EY India has sparked widespread outrage and opened up discussions about the intense pressure that corporate workers often face. Despite the company’s public commitment to mental health policies, the incident revealed a much deeper issue. policies alone are not enough. They need to be actively implemented and monitored, and workplaces need to foster a culture where mental health is just as important as performance metrics.

While EY is not the only company to deal with such tragedies, this incident underscored the global nature of this crisis. Whether it’s tech giants in Silicon Valley or banking firms in London, too much pressure, unrealistic deadlines and a glorification of overwork and hustle culture leave employees burning out, with disastrous results.

Global mental health challenges in the workplace

Work-related mental health issues are becoming more prevalent worldwide. In the UK, for example, a 2023 Mind researcha leading mental health charity, revealed that almost 1 in 6 workers experience mental health problems because of their work. Stress, anxiety and depression have become alarmingly common in the workplace, exacerbated by a lack of work-life balance and inadequate mental health support.

In the US, the American Psychological Association found that burnout was at an all-time high in 2023, with nearly 79% of workers reporting significant workplace stress. The hustle culture, combined with remote working and unrealistic expectations, has led to a mental health crisis that affects productivity and quality of life.

India, where corporate culture often revolves around long hours and demanding workloads, has faced similar problems. Young professionals, particularly in high-pressure industries such as IT, finance and consulting, are increasingly reporting burnout. The incident at EY is unfortunately not unique, overwork and high expectations lead to mental health disasters in various industries.

What can employers do?

Mental health training: All managers could be trained to recognize mental health factors and provide appropriate support without trying to analyze or get deeply involved in it, but may help the employee to gain mental space by providing a day off, making compassionate arrangements, giving fewer tasks for now, etc. Mental health first aid training has gained traction in the US and UK and Indian companies are slowly following suit. Ensuring that supervisors are equipped to handle mental health conversations can create a more supportive environment. Following a non-judgmental and confidential space.

Work-life balance: Flexible working hours, remote work options and realistic deadlines are key to reducing stress. Also considering neurodivergence, special needs and disability access. While the UK has seen an increase in flexible work arrangements, companies in India and the US are still adapting. A more flexible approach to work schedules can significantly reduce the pressure.

Access to mental health resources: Offering Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), access to therapists, and wellness programs is essential. In the US, companies like Google and Microsoft have led the way in providing comprehensive mental health benefits. In the UK, mental health initiatives are gaining ground, but India has room for growth in this area. Employers should invest in regular mental health screenings and wellness workshops and provide access to mental health professionals.

Creating a culture of openness: Encourage open dialogue about mental health, removing the stigma attached to it. This requires more than just politics. It requires a change in corporate culture where talking about mental health is seen as a strength rather than a weakness. This is true across geographies, whether in a high-pressure tech company in Silicon Valley or a consulting firm in Mumbai.

Because employee well-being is a priority, not an option

Prioritizing mental health in the workplace is not just a moral responsibility. it is also a financial imperative. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that depression and anxiety cost the global economy $1 trillion in lost productivity each year. In the UK alone, mental health-related absence costs employers billions every year. In the US, workplace stress is responsible for more than $300 billion in health care costs and lost productivity annually.

India is no exception to these economic implications. As the country continues to grow as a global economic player, addressing mental health in the workplace becomes increasingly urgent. Companies that fail to address mental health risk higher turnover rates, lower productivity and long-term reputational damage.

Call to action – A global movement for 2024 and beyond

World Mental Health Day 2024 calls on us to prioritize mental health in the workplace, not just as a framework to be controlled but as a core value embedded in every aspect of corporate life. Incidents like the EY tragedy in India remind us that the stakes are too high to ignore. Companies around the world must act quickly and decisively to create environments where workers feel safe, supported and valued not only for their productivity, but also for their humanity.

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