Line Managers' Resource contents
A practical guide to managing and supporting people with mental health problems in the workplace
This is an enhanced web version of Shift's Line Managers' Resource containing extra information, links and resources. To access each of the sections, please use the links below.
This resource has been developed by Shift, the Department of Health's programme to reduce the stigma and discrimination directed towards people with mental health problems. It is part of Shift's 'Action on Stigma' initiative aimed at supporting employers to promote good mental health and reduce discrimination. The resource is an update of the Mind Out for Mental Health Line Managers’ Resource.
Shift has produced this resource in partnership with the Department of Health, Department for Work and Pensions, Health and Safety Executive and Health Work Wellbeing. Further information about Shift and the other organisations involved with the Line Managers' Resource can be found here.
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Contents
Talking about mental health
Foreword: Ivan Lewis MP and Lord McKenzie
A business perspective: Dr. Paul Litchfield, BT
Section 1: Introduction
What do we mean by 'stress' and 'mental health problems'?
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Issues to raise with an employee who is distressed
Section 5
Keeping in touch during sickness absence
Section 6
Section 7
Managing an ongoing illness whilst at work
Additional material
Links to other organisations, documents and resources.
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