When we have mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or schizophrenia, it can affect our ability to function and be productive at work. It can be tough to stay or go back to work after taking a break.
Mental health support at uLaunch
Challenges
Some challenges people with mental health conditions may face at work include:
Reduced self-confidence: Our confidence may decrease, making it harder to perform well.
Stigma and secrecy: Due to the stigma around mental health, we might feel the need to keep it a secret, fearing discrimination from others.
Coping with work stress: It can be difficult to handle stressors in the work environment, which can worsen our mental health.
Struggling with work conditions: Certain work conditions like strict hours, noisy offices, or heavy workloads may be harder for us to handle compared to others.
Benefits
However, work has its own benefits for our mental health:
Sense of purpose and meaning: Having a job gives us a sense of purpose and meaning in life, boosting our mental well-being.
Social connections: Work allows us to connect with others, fostering social bonds and making us feel like we belong to a group.
Daily structure: Work provides a routine and structure to our everyday lives, which can be beneficial for our mental health.
Financial security: Being able to earn an income through work is crucial for our overall well-being and financial stability.
Start your journey with uLaunch today
Our consultants have extensive experience in working with people who have a mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, post-natal depression, PTSD, bipolar, schizophrenia, ADHD, OCD and panic disorders.
We want you to be able to reach your full potential. We’ll work as a team with you, your family, support networks and health professionals so you know we’re all here for you.
