Workers suffering in silence with stress

UK employees are more likely to use their own methods to cope with stress rather than ask for help, according to research

Overcoming addiction problems: The employer's role

There is a mutually-reinforcing relationship between employment and recovery

Obesity at work: Fighting fat or fighting stigma?

Whatever your personal judgements about the causes of a health condition, we will get better outcomes if we provide support rather than vilification

Barristers struggling with stress under cuts

Barristers across England and Wales are struggling with high workloads, stress, and work/life balance, according to a new report

Working Families Best Practice Awards shortlist announced

HR magazine is a media partner for the awards and editor Jenny Roper sat on the judging panel

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Two in five take a maximum of half their leave

As many as 40% of employees take a maximum of just half their holiday entitlement, with an average employee taking just 62% of their leave, according to Glassdoor

Intrapersonal skills as a proactive way to personal sustainability

The business costs of poor mental health are increasing, and we can't afford to ignore the problem

Employers at pivotal point on wellbeing

It's an exciting time for wellbeing at work, with employers beginning to make it a priority, according to speakers at a Penguin and Yoke Consultancy event

Work-related mental health cases hit a record high

As Mental Health Awareness Week kicks off research finds that employers recognise the importance of good mental health but don't yet have enough support in place

Employees “shut off their minds” to get through work

Employers must activate the seeking systems in employees' brains to encourage innovation and purpose, according to Daniel Cable

Data: The answer to a successful wellbeing strategy

Employers can use data and wearable technology to shape health and wellbeing strategies