The pandemic has disrupted our daily lives, both personally and professionally, highlighting the crucial importance of employees' mental health. As life returns to normal, the mental load on workers remains high. Quality of Life and Working Conditions (QLWC) thus becomes a key issue, with mental health being an essential component.
Impact of Work on Mental Health
Mental health is a fundamental component of overall health, influenced by various social, economic, biological, and environmental factors. In the professional context, certain situations can harm mental health, such as:
The pandemic has exacerbated these issues, increasing stress and uncertainty. According to a study, 4% of French employees were experiencing burnout in 2022, an alarming figure.
New Work Organizations
The rapid rise of telework has brought both advantages and challenges. While it can improve quality of life, a lack of separation between professional and personal life can lead to social isolation and a deterioration in mental health. It is therefore crucial to implement collective agreements or charters to regulate telework, promote the right to disconnect, and adopt new remote management practices.
Practices for a Healthy Environment
To prevent severe mental disorders, it is essential to promote healthy practices both individually and collectively:
Leaders and HR managers play a key role in integrating mental health into the corporate culture by adopting innovative technologies to personalize solutions and raising awareness among all employees about the importance of this issue.
Technology and Well-being
Technology can be a powerful lever to transform how companies approach mental health. By combining science, data, and technological innovations, it is possible to democratize access to mental health resources, thereby improving employee motivation and productivity.
Well-thought-out initiatives and the implementation of support structures can greatly enhance employee well-being and reduce costs associated with absenteeism and decreased productivity.
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