Psychological distress is a much greater cause of poor work performance than is physical illness.

Studies carried out at the University of Queensland (Burton W JOEM Vol 47, No 8 Aug 2005) have revealed that 4.5% of Australian workers (white and blue collar) demonstrate high levels of psychological distress

Blue collar workers with high psychological distress have an 18% increase in absenteeism.

Other studies have shown that workplace organisational factors are a greater contributor to stress than single traumatic events.

High psychological distress causes productivity loses in Australia of $2.7 billion annually.

Psychological distress can be managed but first it must be identified.

Training supervisors and managers to identify and effectively communicate with distressed individuals is highly cost effective.

Contact IOH Psychological Services at psych@ioh.net to discuss what services may be right for your business.