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A call has been made for employers to foster emotional wellness in the workplace, as a means of increasing productivity, reducing illnesses and building motivation.
Making the call, Director of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, Dr. Kevin Goulbourne, said that employees spend a lot of time at the workplace, and if the environment is unhealthy, this can result in negative outcomes.
Dr. Goulbourne said it is important that at all levels of the workplace, managers and supervisors are equipped with soft skills.
He noted, further, that where illness occur, persons must feel that they can receive support and space to recover, including taking time off from work.