The benefits of managing the effects of poor mental health are substantial, wide ranging and go beyond alleviating suffering of an individual. Colleagues and the organisation itself also benefit.
Benefits to the organisation:
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Reduced sickness absence
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Reduced retirement/redundancy on medical grounds
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Improved and maintained productivity
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Overall increase in staff wellbeing resulting in a more healthy, productive and effective workforce
Benefits to colleagues:
It is at the team level that the effects of mental health problems are seen on a day-to-day basis. By helping managers and supervisors take a more active role in the recognition and appropriate management of emerging issues, the team will benefit by:
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Accepting and compensating for the normal emotional ups and downs of individuals
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Knowing how to approach an employee appropriately to offer early help and accommodate with minor adjustments
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Understanding how to facilitate a referral to specialist support (in house or external)
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Supporting the rest of the team and creating a sense of caring for the wellbeing of all staff
Benefits to the individual:
- Early intervention increases the likelihood of a speedy return to normal
- Early intervention facilitates the involvement of the clinician at an early date where necessary
- A sense of being cared for and understood
- A reduction in feelings associated with possible stigma and the fear of talking about issues
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