Occupational/Work Problems

Some of us spend a lot of time working, but our jobs can have an impact on our mental well-being. When your work environment becomes too much it can lead to mental distress or other mental health problems.

Some common work-related stressors include:

• A heavy workload
• Unrealistic expectations from management
• Big changes to your job role or organization
• Not feeling recognized for your work
• Feeling like you have no job security
• A hostile work environment with coworkers or supervisors

Workplace stress can affect us all in different ways. Some people only experience it for a limited amount of time while working on an important project. Other people experience workplace burnout, which can feel like physical or emotional exhaustion. This can lead to a sense of reduced accomplishment and a loss of personal identity. It’s important to ask for help when workplace stress gets in the way of you doing things on a daily basis or goes on for an long time.

• Recognize you're experiencing workplace-related stress.
• Try to figure out what’s making you feel stressed and see if there’s a way to solve it.
• Get support from your supervisor, Human Resources (HR), an Employee Assistance Program, or a peer support member.
• • Take care of your mental health and overall health by:
  • Talking to your doctor or looking for professional support
  • Eating healthy
  • Making sure you add movement or exercise into your daily routine
  • Setting boundaries between work time and non-work time
  • Practicing mindfulness