Latest figures show that over the last three months, just over half of men in the UK have had to take time off work due to their mental health.
And while many men say that they’re happy to talk to friends and family if they’re struggling with their mental health, the majority admit that they wouldn’t discuss these issues with their employer.
The Aviva research shows that of those who have spoken to their employer, two-thirds said they were helpful.
Dr Doug Wright Medical Director at Aviva UK Health, said, “It’s important that employers create a psychologically safe environment where people feel confident discussing their mental health.
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“This can be nurtured by leaders sharing their own stories to help normalise the topic, encouraging open and honest conversations and creating ‘safe places’ for people to discuss how they’re feeling.
“Line managers also have a key role to play. While they can’t ‘fix’ the mental health problem, they can play a crucial role by listening to the individual, directing them to appropriate support and making workplace adjustments to help with their recovery.
“Finally, communication is key. You can’t force an individual to talk, but you can make it easy for them to find and access support if they need it.”
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