Expert views
Commentary submitted by Dr Macarena Staudenmaier in their own words.
Back to profileUK hits eight million mental ill-health sick days in 2026
Consistent habits protect mental health far more effectively than crisis-point intervention.
Employees using health benefits more frequently in 2026
This commitment can make a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing and to long-term business outcomes.
Nearly half the public delayed or avoided seeking GP help last year – poll
Employers have a more important role to play than many realise.
Leading doctors warn over ‘silent mental health pandemic’
Workplace absence costs the economy billions each year, and this is a mounting problem.