24 August 2009
The Mental Health Foundation has welcomed the Department for Work and Pensions' announcement of extra support for people experiencing mental health problems at work.
Chief Executive Andrew McCulloch said:
“This sort of intervention is particularly important at a time of recession when job insecurity and job losses have led to increased stress. Investing in mental health makes sense not only in health terms but also economically and socially.
“But it’s not just about supporting people who become unwell at work. It’s about creating mentally healthy workplaces in which all staff can flourish. Keeping stress levels down and promoting a good work-life balance allows everyone to get on with their job more effectively and reduces the chances of people developing mental health problems in the first place.”
ENDS
For more information please contact the Mental Health Foundation press office on 020 7803 1130/28.
The Mental Health Foundation uses research and practical projects to help people survive, recover from and prevent mental health problems. We work to influence policy, including government at the highest levels. And we use our knowledge to raise awareness and to help tackle the stigma attached to mental illness. We reach millions of people every year through our media work, information booklets and online services.
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