MANILA, Philippines — The mental health of Filipino workers declined amid the coronavirus pandemic, a new survey of more than 6,000 employees in the Philippines showed. In a poll by mental health and well-being organization MindNation, Filipino employees rated their mental wellness at work at 6.5 following the pandemic, down from 8 before the unprecedented health crisis. The biggest driver of the decline in Filipino workers’ mental health is the fear of COVID-19, which 80% of the respondents said contributed to their worries. The result of these strains on Filipino workers’ mental health is presenteeism, talent loss and absenteeism. It recommends that businesses work to stop the stigma on mental health and well-being, to partner with a mental health and well-being provider, and to create a mental health company policy.

Source: Philippine Star May 20, 2021 02:03 UTC