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Manager Trust Unlocks Potential for Mentally Ill Workers
15 Dec
Summary
- Managerial trust and flexibility significantly aid employees with chronic mental illness.
- Personalized disengagement and engagement strategies improve worker well-being.
- Current one-size-fits-all employer benefits often fall short for chronic conditions.
Workplace success for individuals managing chronic mental illness hinges on managerial trust and flexibility. Research indicates that empowering employees to adjust their schedules and workloads significantly aids their ability to manage symptoms while performing their jobs.
These workers often employ personalized strategies for disengagement and engagement, adapting to their unique needs. However, many workplaces lack the flexibility to accommodate these methods, despite their proven effectiveness in managing well-being and productivity.
While employers offer various mental wellness programs, these one-size-fits-all approaches are frequently inadequate for chronic conditions. A shift towards greater trust and compassionate understanding from management is vital for retaining talent and fostering a supportive work environment.
