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Psychosocial Hazards Stats and Facts

FACTS

  1. High Job Demands: Excessive workloads and tight deadlines can lead to stress and burnout.
  2. Low Job Control: Limited autonomy in decision-making processes can contribute to feelings of helplessness.
  3. Lack of Social Support: Poor relationships with colleagues or supervisors can increase feelings of isolation.
  4. Job Insecurity: Uncertainty about continued employment can cause anxiety and distress.
  5. Work-Life Imbalance: Difficulty in balancing work responsibilities with personal life can lead to chronic stress.
  6. Harassment and Bullying: Exposure to workplace harassment or bullying can result in psychological trauma.
  7. Inadequate Reward Systems: Lack of recognition or fair compensation can diminish motivation and morale.

STATS

United States:

  • Approximately 83% of U.S. workers experience work-related stress, with 54% reporting that it affects their home life.
  • Workers who experience psychological safety in their workplaces report higher job satisfaction and fewer negative outcomes, such as burnout.
  • In 2021, working adults aged 18–64 who usually worked evening or night shifts (4.8%) or rotating shifts (3.9%) were more likely to experience serious psychological distress compared with day shift workers (2.3%).

Canada:

  • In any given week, 500,000 Canadians are unable to work due to psychological health issues.
  • One in five Canadians experiences a psychological health problem or illness in any given year.
  • On average, Canadian employees miss 2.4 days of work per year due to stress or mental health reasons.