Multinational companies are in a prime position to drive progress in employee mental health. However, expanding across diverse regions makes implementing effective strategies at scale challenging. New research from Economist Impact, sponsored by Lyra, offers actionable solutions based on an expert panel with global HR leaders and a survey of over 1,800 employees across six countries.
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Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom, Germany, India, China
Adopt a global minimum mental health standard while adapting to local norms
Of employees feel stressed at work often or all the time
Report heavy workloads or poor work-life balance
India: 61–66%
China: 64–66%
United Kingdom: 29–38%
Germany: 30–32%
Mexico: 57–64%
Tip: Partner with local organizations to align with work-life balance norms and address stigma, while staying ahead of psychosocial risk regulations and emerging requirements
Leadership support is improving, but there’s room for growth
Of employees are satisfied with senior management’s commitment to mental health
Are satisfied with workplace openness around discussing mental health
Say their workplace encourages employees to use employer-provided mental health benefits
Tip: In high-stigma environments, focus on two key strategies:
1) Collaborate with local employee resource groups for cultural sensitivity
2) Normalize mental health conversations at every level to empower leaders as advocates
Investing in mental health boosts productivity, improves economic returns, and enhances company reputation,
but support is often misaligned with employee needs
Of employees have access to a designated mental health leader
But
don't use it
Of employees have access to an in-house mental health support team
But
don’t use it
Flexible working arrangements
Peer support groups
Onsite counseling services
Virtual wellness programs
Virtual counseling services
Tip: Support mental health by addressing both personal well-being and the physical and mental aspects of the work environment to prevent issues before they start
Explore more best practices for building a global mental health strategy that meets the needs of your diverse workforce.
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