WHEN A CRISIS OCCURS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WORKING DAY , IT ’ S NOT ALWAYS CONVENIENT TO CALL A THERAPIST .
I N D U S T R Y I N V E S T I G A T I O N professional – and they certainly wouldn ’ t go to their boss . Instead , eight in ten ( 83 %) would prefer digital tools to speak with HR .
What is it that makes technology a compelling resource for employee mental health ?
Firstly , it can be personalised . Every individual is different , and their needs warrant an intervention that is aligned with their own personal demands . ‘ One-size-fits-all ’ employee employee wellness programmes just don ’ t work on this level , which may be why typical take-up is between 3 and 7 %. The most effective health programmes are those that are accessible , usable and personalised to the individual ’ s needs . Utilising Artificial Intelligence , every individual can get support that is tailored and aligned to their own symptoms and ways of learning .
Given the ubiquitous use of phones in our lives for everything , including physical health , it makes sense we also use them for mental health . Because when a crisis occurs in the middle of the working day , it ’ s not always convenient to call a therapist . But anyone can pull out their phone and work through some CBT or grounding exercises . That convenience is paramount and especially important in a flexible working economy . If someone is working shifts or irregular working hours , the normal 9 – 5 of the health system just doesn ’ t work for them . The other element that is
WHEN A CRISIS OCCURS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WORKING DAY , IT ’ S NOT ALWAYS CONVENIENT TO CALL A THERAPIST .
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