Laya Healthcare’s new Workplace Wellbeing Index has uncovered some worrying trends about Irish employees.
One in five Irish workers struggle with illegal substance use, a new survey has found. Out of 1,000 respondents, 40% said they are addicted to or have an unhealthy relationship with at least one substance.
One in five said they are addicted to pornography or sex, with 19% struggling with gambling issues. Some 30% said they are addicted or have an unhealthy relationship with work.READ MORE: Conor McGregor in court: LIVE updates from damages case as woman claims alleged assault Half of those surveyed also reported living with an underlying health condition or mental wellbeing issue. Anxiety and depression are the most commonly cited conditions, with 10% of Irish employees having a diagnosis of depression.
She said: “Employers and employees need to communicate more openly about health conditions and disabilities. Not having a diagnosis or feeling unable to discuss needed support can cause unnecessary stress and hardship for team members. It’s crucial that organisations prioritise clear communication about health and wellbeing resources, making them easily accessible so employees can get the support they deserve.
While working from home was the norm during the Covid-19 pandemic, the index found there has been a shift back to office work. Only 10% of employees now work remotely full-time, compared to 26% working hybrid and 64% working on-site full-time.
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