Should we cry more in the workplace?

Displaying emotions rather than attempting to conceal them will benefit the productivity of individuals

HR editorial tries... mindfulness

The HR magazine team trialled some exercises recommended for preserving good mental health

HR editorial tries... coaching

The HR magazine team trialled some exercises recommended for preserving good mental health

Are we on the cusp of a mental health crisis?

As work grows more unstable and NHS provision falters, are we approaching a mental health perfect storm?

Just 5% of UK businesses have 'extensive' wellbeing programmes

There's more to be done around wellbeing initiatives but UK offerings stand above the global average

How to develop a positive mindset

Optimism is nothing more than a set of mental habits and routines that anyone can learn

Employers lack knowledge of diabetes

16% of people with diabetes feel they’ve been discriminated against at work because of their condition, according to Diabetes UK

HR managers most likely to take time off because of stress

Employees feel under-valued and pressurised, with many using alcohol and drugs to ‘unwind’ at the end of the day

Long working hours crush creativity

Time away from desks and synchronised breaks can make employees happier and more productive

Current policies failing working fathers, MPs say

New report calls for reforms to workplace policies to better support fathers seeking more active childcare roles

Financial wellbeing is being overlooked

Employee loan schemes can be introduced to help workers facing financial difficulties

Supporting employees through the menopause

Without effective support for menopausal employees organisations risk losing or alienating key talent