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The links between well-being and productivity that you need to know

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Key Takeaways

The TELUS Mental Health Index evaluated mental health among employed individuals in multiple countries, including the United States.
Findings highlighted the impact of well-being on workers' professional lives and productivity.
Variations in mental health were observed across different demographics, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions.
Employers are encouraged to implement supportive measures to enhance employee well-being and organizational productivity.

Mental health plays a major role in how well employees perform

The TELUS Mental Health Index examined the mental health of employed people in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. The U.S. results revealed a number of interesting insights into mental health and how well-being affects workers.

Here are the key findings.

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