Possible Causes Of Work Related Issues

What is it that would cause someone to spend more time at work than is healthy for them to do so, and what can contribute to the erosion of their mental wellbeing whilst there?

A lack of appreciation; tight deadlines; excessive work volumes; a desire to succeed, to gain more respect, autonomy or advance their career. Exhausting physical work can, in the long term, result in a poor work/life balance. Low work volumes and a lack of prospects may mean less time spent at work, but can be equally destructive in their effect on one’s mental health.

Poor lighting, inadequate safety precautions, low moral, excessive noise or witnessing others suffering from work-related stresses can all go to create a working environment that encourages unhappiness in its workforce.

Friendships can make the workplace more enjoyable, but if they break down the continued forced close proximity with those who once supported you can be a source of much stress. The working relationship that you have with your subordinates and those you report to is also important. If you feel ignored, misunderstood, overlooked or even bullied, the workplace can become very uncomfortable.

Every workplace needs a structure to enable its employees to voice their concerns. Without this in place differences of opinion, racism, bullying, working conditions and work quality concerns cannot be addressed. Without measures to check them, they can grow with unhealthy repercussions for the individuals and the company concerned.

Personal factors

Problems at home, with money or with relationships can drive some people to unhealthy work patterns. If you allow yourself to overwork unchecked for a period of time, exhaustion can set in, you could find it difficult to concentrate, and suffer from insomnia, irritability, anxiety or depression. It is a vicious cycle, as the harder you work to escape these problems or catch up with work the more pronounced these symptoms get and the less gets done.