Poor work-life balance:
When employees struggle to balance work responsibilities with personal life, it can lead to chronic stress, fatigue, and decreased job satisfaction.
Prioritizing employee mental health
In recent years, there has been an increasing emphasis on mental health in the workplace, driven by external challenges like the pandemic, economic uncertainty, and financial pressures. It has become more crucial than ever for employers to prioritize mental health in their benefits packages.
81% of workers actively seek employers who support mental wellbeing,1 and 84% acknowledge that their work environment has contributed to at least one mental health challenge.2 Companies must embrace this cultural shift to create a supportive and sustainable work environment.
What is employee mental health?
Mental health encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing, directly affecting our daily actions, thoughts, and emotions. It also influences our ability to manage stress, communicate effectively, and make decisions. Mental health is integral to the functioning of our minds and our overall quality of life.3
Whether good or poor, mental health can significantly affect employees in various ways, including:
Job productivity and performance
Workplace relationships
Job attendance
Problem-solving
Physical health and wellbeing
Workplace factors that can impact employees' mental health
The workplace environment and company culture play a significant role in influencing employees' mental health. An unsupportive, hostile, or overwhelming environment can lead to stress, anxiety, poor mental health, and, ultimately, poor job performance.
Workplace factors that can impact employees' mental health include4:
Working long, inflexible hours:
Employees who work long hours with little time to rest and recharge may experience burnout, which negatively impacts their mental health.
Inadequate support:
A lack of support from management or colleagues can make employees feel isolated, undervalued, and overwhelmed, leading to increased stress and anxiety.
Toxic workplace culture:
A negative, hostile, or unsupportive work environment can severely affect mental health, leading to feelings of disengagement and a decline in overall wellbeing.
ClassPass can maintain your employees' mental health
When employees are given the resources to prioritize their mental and physical wellbeing, they feel valued by their company. You can support self-care and mental wellbeing by providing access to a wide range of fitness studios, gyms, and wellness services through the ClassPass Corporate Wellness Program, helping your employees thrive personally and professionally.
of employees say that their overall well-being has improved after joining ClassPass
of employees say ClassPass has had a positive impact on their work-life balance
of employees who have ClassPass as a benefit feel that their employer cares about their health and well-being
Based on a 2023 global survey of active ClassPass Corporate users.
