Mental Health Awareness Week 2024
Monday 13th May marks the start of Mental Health Awareness week.
This years theme is MOVEMENT, and when is comes to mental health, movement is a game changer. Physical activity has been proven to boost mood, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. So, whether it's dancing like nobody's watching, going for a jog in the park, or simply taking a stroll around the block, let's get moving and groove our way to better mental health.
So, as we gear up for Mental Health Awareness Week, let’s embrace the theme of movement with open arms. Let’s challenge ourselves to step out of our comfort zones, make positive changes, and journey towards mental wellness together.
Reach out, listen, and show kindness - it makes a world of difference
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Mental Health in the Workplace: Statistics
Working conditions and environment can have a huge impact on mental health, and, equally, someone's mental health can significantly affect performing well in their job.
- 1 in 6.8 people experience mental health problems in the workplace (14.7%)
- Women in full-time employment are nearly twice as likely to have a common mental health problem as full-time employed men (19.8% vs 10.9%)
- Evidence suggests that 12.7% of all sickness absence days in the UK can be attributed to mental health conditions.