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Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace

A Practical Guide for Employers and Employees

Gill Hasson, Donna Butler

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Question 1 of 7
According to the text, which of the following is a potential physical indicator of poor mental health?
  • A. A sudden increase in physical energy and stamina.
  • B. Experiencing bodily aches and pains that have no rational or physical explanation.
  • C. Developing a heightened resistance to common colds and illnesses.
  • D. An increased desire to participate in competitive team sports.
Question 2 of 7
Which of the following factors is essential for an employee's mental well-being at work?
  • A. Having a certain amount of autonomy over how they carry out their tasks.
  • B. Being assigned multiple, conflicting roles to keep the workday dynamic.
  • C. Avoiding any form of organizational change within the company.
  • D. Receiving the highest possible salary for their specific industry.
Question 3 of 7
What is recommended as the first step for business leaders who want to improve their employees' mental well-being?
  • A. Mandating weekly one-on-one therapy sessions for all staff members.
  • B. Requesting that each employee completes an anonymous questionnaire about their well-being.
  • C. Implementing a strict policy against discussing personal issues during work hours.
  • D. Immediately reducing the working hours of all employees by half.
Question 4 of 7
How does writing a to-do list at the end of the workday help improve work-life balance?
  • A. It proves to your manager that you are highly productive and deserve a promotion.
  • B. It allows you to delegate your remaining tasks to coworkers before you leave.
  • C. It combats the Zeigarnik effect, stopping your mind from constantly reminding you of unfinished work.
  • D. It guarantees that you will complete all tasks within the first hour of the next workday.
Question 5 of 7
When a manager co-creates a 'wellness action plan' with an employee, what should be the primary focus of the document?
  • A. A detailed strategy for improving the employee's personal relationships at home.
  • B. A list of the employee's past mistakes to avoid repeating them in the future.
  • C. Information about the employee's mental health issues strictly in relation to the workplace.
  • D. A legally binding contract that replaces the need for professional counseling.
Question 6 of 7
What is the primary purpose of keeping a 'thought diary'?
  • A. To identify specific triggers that cause downward spirals in your mental health.
  • B. To document the mistakes of coworkers so you can report them to human resources.
  • C. To track exactly how many hours you spend working versus relaxing each week.
  • D. To create a log of your daily physical exercise and dietary intake.
Question 7 of 7
Which of the following is a recommended habit for improving sleep and, consequently, mental well-being?
  • A. Eating a large, heavy meal right before bed to ensure you sleep deeply.
  • B. Turning off all screens at least two hours before going to bed.
  • C. Using your smartphone to read work emails until you feel tired enough to sleep.
  • D. Working during your daily commute to free up time right before bed.

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Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace Summary & Overview

Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace (2020) explains how both organizations and individuals can promote better mental health at work. The authors explore the causes and effects of poor mental health in the office and shed light on the path back to wellness.

Who Should Listen to Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace?

  • Anyone struggling with mental health issues
  • Leaders seeking new insights
  • Human-resource professionals looking for a fresh perspective

About the Author: Gill Hasson, Donna Butler

Donna Butler is an integrative psychotherapist and trauma specialist who has worked for over 30 years within the UK’s National Health Service. Gill Hasson, an author, has written over 20 books on personal development, mental health, and well-being.

© Gill Hasson, Donna Butler: Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace copyright 2020, John Wiley & Sons Inc. Used by permission of John Wiley & Sons Inc. and shall not be made available to any unauthorized third parties.

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