Burnout, Stress and Silence: Addressing the Real Impact of Mental Health at Work
“Burnout, Stress and Silence: Addressing the Real Impact of Mental Health at Work”
South Africa’s workers are under growing mental pressure, with findings from the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) Working Life survey (2024) showing high levels of Burnout, Anxiety, and job insecurity in many different fields. Based on 963 responses, six in ten people say they wish they could afford to leave their jobs, while half start their week feeling unhappy, showing how much pressure people are under at work. More than half of people who took part say they live with a diagnosed Mental Health condition, indicating that work could have a big source of Stress.
“In South Africa, many employees don’t have the option of a ‘Resignation’ to show they are unhappy,”
says Dr Bronwyn Dworzanowski-Venter, Researcher.
“With 52% diagnosed with Stress-related Mental Health conditions, 61% wanting to quit, and 75% unable to switch off after hours, it’s clear that workplaces must change, starting with limiting after-hours communication and allowing employees to take leave when needed for healthcare”,
she adds.
SADAG will host a Live online Facebook Ask the Expert session titled “The Hidden Impact of Poor Mental Health at Work,” on 17 April at 1pm Live on Facebook, featuring Clinical Psychologist Lauren Davis. The session will explore how Mental Health challenges affect employees daily - impacting focus, productivity, relationships, and overall Wellbeing, and why addressing these challenges is essential for both individuals and organisations.
“Workplace Mental Health isn’t a ‘nice to have, it’s the backbone of performance,”
says Clinical Psychologist, Lauren Davis.
“When people feel supported, understood, and mentally well, they don’t just cope, they thrive. That has a direct impact on productivity, morale, and the overall success of any organisation,”
she adds.
The online session is open to anyone who feels stressed at work, as well as managers, HR staff, business owners, and people who support others in stressful jobs. People will learn how to notice signs that someone is struggling with their Mental Health and what can be done to create healthier workplaces.
If you or anyone you know is struggling with Stress, Burnout, or feeling overwhelmed at work, contact our WhatsApp Chat Line at 087 163 2030 (available 8 am–5 pm), call our Helpline on 0800 21 22 23 to speak to a Counsellor, or SMS 31393 and a Counsellor will call you back.
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