Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace, reviewed

By Simon Cocking review of  Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace by Gill Hasson, Donna Butler available from Wiley here.

Provides guidance for both employers and staff on promoting positive mental health and supporting those experiencing mental ill health in the workplace

The importance of good mental health and wellbeing in the workplace is a subject of increased public awareness and governmental attention. The Department of Health advises that one in four people will experience a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Although a number of recent developments and initiatives have raised the profile of this crucial issue, employers are experiencing challenges in promoting the mental health and wellbeing of their employees. Mental Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace contains expert guidance for improving mental health and supporting those experiencing mental ill health.

This comprehensive book addresses the range of issues surrounding mental health and wellbeing in work environments – providing all involved with informative and practical assistance. Authors Gill Hasson and Donna Butler examine changing workplace environment for improved wellbeing, shifting employer and employee attitudes on mental health, possible solutions to current and future challenges and more. Detailed, real-world case studies illustrate a variety of associated concerns from both employer and employee perspectives. This important guide:

• Explains why understanding mental health important and its impact on businesses and employees
• Discusses why and how to promote mental health in the workplace and the importance of having an effective ‘wellbeing strategy’
• Provides guidance on managing staff experiencing mental ill health
• Addresses dealing with employee stress and anxiety
• Features resources for further support if experiencing mental health issues

Mental Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace is a valuable resource for those in the workplace wanting to look after their physical and mental wellbeing, and those looking for guidance in managing staff with mental health issues.

Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace, reviewed

This book is helpful, and covers useful and relevant points. However it does also seem like one book that may have fallen into the BC problem, ie of having been written prior to the covid-19 outbreak. While many debate what the ‘new normal’ will be like, and if we will return to pre corona ways, in the workplace it is clear that things will not be the same again.

The genie is out of the bottle, remote working is no longer a privilege to be granted in exceptional circumstances, rather it has become the default setting for many many members of society. While it is true that some jobs will require workers to return to a physical place of work, it is already apparent that the rules of engagement have changed, and will need to be enforced until at least 2021, if not for well beyond that too.

This is not to take away anything from this book, but there are issues and topics that will need to be considered, and policies and best practices redrawn immediately. As always this reflects the challenging nature of the publishing business, to write the right book at the right time and to not be overtaken by events either.

About the authors

Gill Hasson is a careers coach, has over 20 years’ experience in the areas of personal & career development, and is a freelance tutor / teacher in mental health issues for mental health organisations. She also teaches and delivers training for adult education organizations, voluntary and business organizations and the public sector. Gill is also Capstone’s best selling franchise author.

Donna Butler is an Integrative Psychotherapist with a private practice – she sees clients for psychotherapy, including EMDR trauma therapy if required. She conducts individual, couple and group therapy and specialist post incident de briefing is available in the clinic or within the recipient organisation. She is also a Specialist psychotherapist and EMDR trauma therapist.

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