As a result of the recession, business and managers need to anticipate and manage longer-term effects such as mental health problems in the workplace. Read the full article here
One in 10 ‘on anti-depressants’ in Scotland
Every 10th adult in Scotland is taking anti-depressant medication daily, according to health service statistics. Read the full article here
Recession sees antidepressant use soar
Official figures estimate 9.7 per cent of people aged 15 and over take medication for depression, with the total number of prescriptions rising to more than four million for the first time. Read the full article here
Mental health and the recession
A useful website from New Zealand about mental health and the recession. Click here
Why are we getting so stressed?
Toxic bosses. Eighty-hour weeks. Colleagues collapsing at their desks. Anecdotes about workplace stress abound in these recession-led times. Read the full article here
NHS Produces Leaflet To Help Business People Through The Recession
AS PART of the National Self Care Week initiative, last week North Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust produced a new leaflet designed to help people and local companies in the current economic crisis. Read the full article here
Tackle work stress, bosses told
Employers need to pay more attention to the levels of stress and anxiety in the workplace, key NHS advisers say. Read the full article here
Welsh suicide prevention plan updated
A Welsh suicide prevention plan has been updated to take account of the recession and the increased risk of people killing themselves if they lose their jobs, the Welsh Assembly has said. Read the full article here
Health And Unemployment In The UK
Last week’s ONS figures showed the UK remains mired in the longest recession since records began. Read the full article here
