Workplace Mental Health

Whitepapers & Insights

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Explore Mental Health Movement’s workplace mental health whitepapers, covering psychosocial hazards across Australia’s top 10 high-risk industries. Each paper provides research-backed insights and practical strategies to help your organisation manage workplace mental health risks effectively. Learn more about our approach through the Psychosocial Risk Management Program.

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The cost of doing nothing

Symptomatic/AtRisk

Legal

Your responsibilities under the Work, Health and Safety legislation include a duty of care to protect both the physical and mental health of their teams. Failure to do so may expose your business to legal repercussions and workers compensation claims.

Symptomatic/AtRisk

Financial

Between absenteeism (sick leave), presenteeism (attending work unwell), and psychological workers compensation claims there is an annual cost of $11 Billion to Australian businesses. Additionally, poor mental health can lead to decreased job satisfaction, organisational engagement and staff morale.

Social

People spend roughly one third of their lives at work. As employers you’re responsible for more than simply signing a paycheck, but providing a culture where people can feel safe and supported. We all have a role to play when it comes starting the conversation about mental illness and suicide.