Tag: resilience

Investing in employee wellbeing programs is crucial for organizational health, especially given that depression and anxiety alone cost the global economy an estimated US$1 trillion each year in lost productivity, according to the World Health Organization.

Building grit and resilience in Singapore workplaces is crucial, especially given the Singapore Ministry of Manpower's recommendation for all employers to implement structured employee mental health support programmes.

Poor employee mental health costs Singapore employers an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually, highlighting the critical need for advanced emotional skills like emotional agility. This approach helps individuals navigate complex feelings and respond constructively to workplace challenges.

Understanding the distinction between mental fitness and mental health is crucial for workplace well-being strategies, especially given that poor employee mental health costs Singapore an estimated SGD 15.7 billion annually.

Singapore HR leaders are increasingly focused on employee well-being, with the Ministry of Manpower's Tripartite Advisory on Mental Well-being at Workplaces recommending that all employers implement structured mental health support programmes.

Addressing burnout is crucial for workplace well-being in Singapore, especially given that nearly a third of young people aged 15 to 35 reported severe or very severe symptoms of depression, anxiety, or stress, according to the National Youth Mental Health Study by the Institute of Mental Health (IMH). Employers have a vital role in recognizing early warning signs and implementing supportive measures to foster a healthier work environment.