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HR Leaders Urged to Track Mental Wellbeing Metrics for Improved Workplace Health

HR Leaders Urged to Track Mental Wellbeing Metrics for Improved Workplace Health

HR Leaders Urged to Track Mental Wellbeing Metrics for Improved Workplace Health
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BambooHR Report Highlights 'Dignity Debt' Amid AI-Driven Workforce Strain

BambooHR Report Highlights 'Dignity Debt' Amid AI-Driven Workforce Strain

BambooHR Report Highlights 'Dignity Debt' Amid AI-Driven Workforce Strain
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Snappy Workforce Study Highlights Personalization as Key to Effective Employee Recognition

Snappy Workforce Study Highlights Personalization as Key to Effective Employee Recognition

Snappy Workforce Study Highlights Personalization as Key to Effective Employee Recognition
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Hilton Report Highlights Human-Centric Culture Amid AI Transformation

Hilton Report Highlights Human-Centric Culture Amid AI Transformation

Hilton Report Highlights Human-Centric Culture Amid AI Transformation
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Spring Health Report Highlights Barriers to Mental Health Care Across Workforce

Spring Health Report Highlights Barriers to Mental Health Care Across Workforce

Spring Health Report Highlights Barriers to Mental Health Care Across Workforce
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AI-Induced Workforce Reduction Raises Cost of Losing Top Talent, Report Finds

AI-Induced Workforce Reduction Raises Cost of Losing Top Talent, Report Finds

AI-Induced Workforce Reduction Raises Cost of Losing Top Talent, Report Finds
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Hilton's New Report Highlights Human-Centered Leadership as Key to Workplace Engagement

Hilton's New Report Highlights Human-Centered Leadership as Key to Workplace Engagement

Hilton's New Report Highlights Human-Centered Leadership as Key to Workplace Engagement
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Federal Workers Report PTSD-like Symptoms Following Unlawful Firings by Trump Administration

Federal Workers Report PTSD-like Symptoms Following Unlawful Firings by Trump Administration

A recent survey has revealed that U.S. federal workers who were laid off during President Trump's administration are experiencing significant mental health issues, including PTSD-like symptoms. Conducted by 27UNIHTED, a network of former National Institute of Health employees, the survey included over 300 fired probationary employees. It found that 95% of respondents reported ongoing mental health effects, with nearly half experiencing PTSD-like symptoms and a quarter taking new medications to manage these symptoms. These employees represent a small fraction of the more than 300,000 federal workers who were laid off or forced to resign or retire since the start of President Trump's second term. The firings, deemed unlawful by a federal judge, have not been reversed, leaving many former employees struggling to find comparable employment.
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Federal Workers Report PTSD-Like Symptoms After Trump Administration Firings

Federal Workers Report PTSD-Like Symptoms After Trump Administration Firings

A survey conducted by 27UNIHTED, a network of former National Institute of Health employees, reveals that U.S. federal workers laid off by the Trump administration are experiencing significant mental health effects, including PTSD-like symptoms. The survey included over 300 fired probationary employees, with 95% reporting ongoing mental health issues. Many of these workers were terminated during their probationary periods, leading to instability and financial hardship. The firings have been deemed unlawful by a federal judge, but the government is not required to reinstate the employees. The survey highlights the personal and professional impacts of these terminations, with many workers struggling to find comparable employment.
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World Cup could cost employers as workers tune into matches, survey finds

World Cup could cost employers as workers tune into matches, survey finds

June 2 (Reuters) - As the soccer World Cup is set to take over water cooler chats, employers may have trouble keeping workers focused during the tournament - and even getting them to the office in the first place, a new survey published on Tuesday suggests.
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EEOC Proposes Rescinding Affirmative Action Rule Affecting Employers

EEOC Proposes Rescinding Affirmative Action Rule Affecting Employers

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has proposed rescinding a longstanding 1979 interpretive rule that guides private employers on implementing voluntary affirmative action plans under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This proposal, submitted to the White House regulatory office, is the final step before potentially becoming a federal rule. The rule in question has provided a framework for employers to conduct self-analyses and establish affirmative action measures without violating anti-discrimination laws. The EEOC's move aligns with efforts to scrutinize diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, a stance supported by the Trump administration.
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Neuroscientists Link Night Shift Work to Brain Volume Losses in Key Areas

Neuroscientists Link Night Shift Work to Brain Volume Losses in Key Areas

A study conducted by neuroscientists in Singapore has revealed that night shift work is associated with brain volume losses in critical areas of the brain. The research, which analyzed MRI and long-term health data from 14,198 middle- to older-age adults, found that among 2,122 shift workers, there was a noticeable pattern of volume loss in the right thalamus and left amygdala. These regions are crucial for memory retrieval and emotional regulation, respectively. The study suggests that these changes may be linked to the disruption of the body's natural circadian rhythm caused by shift work. However, the researchers noted that if shift work is ceased, these reductions in brain volume can be partially recovered within two and a half years.