Guest Blogs
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“I thought you’d know that by now!” This is something I have heard too many times from managers. It’s a common struggle; they will set me a task, and I will follow my interpretation of their instructi ...
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The Rise of AI in the Workplace AI, often described as "the science of making machines smart", is increasingly being used by employers to streamline processes and make faster, more reliable decisions. ...
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Dr Damian Milton proposed the ‘Double Empathy Problem,’ in 2012. He was making a critique of the idea that Autistic people lack empathy, by pointing out that neurotypical attempts to teach Autistic pe ...
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1. Educate and Inform Start by educating employees about the benefits of a balanced diet. Organise lunchtime webinars or workshops with nutrition experts who can offer insights into healthy eating. Pr ...
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During the pandemic we saw increasing recognition of the importance of evidence based OH practices to enable essential work activity to continue (for example vulnerability assessments and exposure co ...
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With mental ill-health costing UK employers an estimated £34.9 billion a year, and increasing pressures on retention and absence, it is not surprising that employers are looking to upskill their manag ...
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Understanding Neurodiversity Neurodiversity refers to the different ways in which people’s brains work and interpret information. These differences are natural and should be recognized and valued in t ...
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Much has been made of the mental health crises young people are currently facing across education and for those looking for work. The latest ONS figures show the current economic inactivity rate for y ...
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Mental ill health: a very brief history Evidence spanning centuries tells us that ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese and Indians experienced challenges to their mental fitness. The causes were typical ...
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What exactly is a progressive mental health policy? First and foremost, a progressive mental health policy starts with an understanding of the impact mental health has on each workplace differently. F ...