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The Hidden Toll Of Being Always Available And The Workplace Mental Health Crisis
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News18•09-10-2026, 18:16
The Hidden Toll Of Being Always Available And The Workplace Mental Health Crisis
- •A Naukri Pulse 2025 survey revealed that nearly three in four Indian professionals are hesitant to disclose mental health as the reason for taking time off due to fear of judgment and career stagnation.
- •The 2026 State of the Global Workplace report showed that only 23 percent of Indian employees were engaged at work, with 59 percent not engaged and 18 percent actively disengaged.
- •Studies indicate a strong link between psychological safety and employee well-being, where 88.3 percent of respondents who felt unsafe speaking up scored low on well-being.
- •Employees often hide burnout to maintain a professional image, mistaking constant busines and 24/7 availability for true productivity and success.
- •Experts emphasize that organizations must prioritize realistic workloads, supportive leadership, and flexible work options instead of relying solely on individual coping strategies.
Key Questions Answered
According to a Naukri Pulse 2025 survey, nearly three in four professionals across 80 industries in India were hesitant to disclose mental health as the reason for taking time off.
Poor work-life balance was cited as the most frequent workplace factor affecting mental well-being at 39%, followed by micromanaging bosses at 30% and lack of recognition at 22%.
Flexible work options were identified by 60% of employees as the top intervention to support mental well-being, significantly ahead of stress-management workshops and paid mental health days.
