Working conditions and environments can impact mental health which subsequently impacts their job performance. As a large proportion of our time is spent at work, our experience in the workplace is one of the factors determining our overall well-being. A 2013 online survey by Regus found 70% of Malaysian employees were afflicted with diseases which were caused by rising stress levels at work. Additionally, 33% of respondents worried about losing their jobs and 53% of respondents reported their family and friends have observed that they are stressed by work. Consultant Psychiatrist and Professor at IMU, Prof Philip George explains on how serious stress at the workplace can be. Find out more at Have a Break, Before You Burn Out (Business Today, 24 September 2018).
