Study: Stress At Work Can Lead To Physical Sickness
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – You can now blame taking a mental health day on your workplace.
A new study shows stress at your job can make you physically sick.
Researchers in Sweden looked at 12,000 people. They found those with more demanding jobs, little support at work and unhealthy lifestyles were more likely to take sick days for mental health reasons.
Smoking was a significant risk factor for mental health sick leave, but alcohol use was not.
High levels of physical activity reduced the risk of mental health sick leave.
