Mental Health at Work
Mental Health at Work
the silent challenge that impacts companies and results
the silent challenge that impacts companies and results
The new corporate reality: mental health is strategy
Mental health has ceased to be just an individual issue and has become a strategic factor for the success of companies.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 15% of working age adults live with some mental disorder, such as depression or anxiety, at some point in their lives.
These conditions, often invisible, generate 12 billion lost workdays per year, resulting in almost US$ 1 trillion in global productivity losses.
The scenario in Brazil: numbers that demand attention
According to the National Social Security Institute (INSS), Brazil recorded more than 472,000 leave instances due to mental disorders in 2024 — an increase of 67% compared to the previous year.
Among the main causes are anxiety, depression, and burnout syndrome, which reflect the growing stress and the impact of emotional overload at work.
Additionally, data from IBGE and Ipsos indicate that 7.6% of the Brazilian population has a confirmed diagnosis of some mental disorder and that 19% of adults report identifying with compatible symptoms, even without formal diagnosis.
These numbers reveal a collective problem: mental health is directly linked to productivity, engagement, and organizational climate.
The new corporate reality: mental health is strategy
Mental health has ceased to be just an individual issue and has become a strategic factor for the success of companies.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 15% of working age adults live with some mental disorder, such as depression or anxiety, at some point in their lives.
These conditions, often invisible, generate 12 billion lost workdays per year, resulting in almost US$ 1 trillion in global productivity losses.
The scenario in Brazil: numbers that demand attention
According to the National Social Security Institute (INSS), Brazil recorded more than 472,000 leave instances due to mental disorders in 2024 — an increase of 67% compared to the previous year.
Among the main causes are anxiety, depression, and burnout syndrome, which reflect the growing stress and the impact of emotional overload at work.
Additionally, data from IBGE and Ipsos indicate that 7.6% of the Brazilian population has a confirmed diagnosis of some mental disorder and that 19% of adults report identifying with compatible symptoms, even without formal diagnosis.
These numbers reveal a collective problem: mental health is directly linked to productivity, engagement, and organizational climate.
How This Affects Companies
Companies that do not prioritize emotional well-being face an increase in absenteeism, presenteeism, and turnover — factors that reduce performance and compromise results.
In contrast, organizations that invest in mental health programs reap concrete benefits, such as:
✅ Reduction in absenteeism and costs with leave
✅ Improvement in internal communication and team climate
✅ Increase in engagement and job satisfaction
✅ Strengthening of employer brand and talent retention
How This Affects Companies
Companies that do not prioritize emotional well-being face an increase in absenteeism, presenteeism, and turnover — factors that reduce performance and compromise results.
In contrast, organizations that invest in mental health programs reap concrete benefits, such as:
✅ Reduction in absenteeism and costs with leave
✅ Improvement in internal communication and team climate
✅ Increase in engagement and job satisfaction
✅ Strengthening of employer brand and talent retention
Nexus and the Commitment to Corporate Care
Nexus works to transform mental health and well-being into a strategic advantage within organizations.
With a proprietary methodology based on scientific evidence, the consultancy combines science, empathy, and technology to promote more human, balanced, and productive corporate environments.
Among the solutions offered are:
Comprehensive corporate diagnosis with indicators of emotional health.
24-hour psychological support with a team of specialists.
Training and development for leaders and teams.
Strategic monitoring with results measurement.
Because, at Nexus, caring for people is the first step to caring for results.
Conclusion
Mental health is an investment, not a cost.
By placing human care at the center of decisions, companies build more engaged, creative, and sustainable teams.
With Nexus's support, it is possible to implement programs that continuously and measurably integrate well-being and performance — transforming corporate culture into an environment of balance and purpose.
Nexus and the Commitment to Corporate Care
Nexus works to transform mental health and well-being into a strategic advantage within organizations.
With a proprietary methodology based on scientific evidence, the consultancy combines science, empathy, and technology to promote more human, balanced, and productive corporate environments.
Among the solutions offered are:
Comprehensive corporate diagnosis with indicators of emotional health.
24-hour psychological support with a team of specialists.
Training and development for leaders and teams.
Strategic monitoring with results measurement.
Because, at Nexus, caring for people is the first step to caring for results.
Conclusion
Mental health is an investment, not a cost.
By placing human care at the center of decisions, companies build more engaged, creative, and sustainable teams.
With Nexus's support, it is possible to implement programs that continuously and measurably integrate well-being and performance — transforming corporate culture into an environment of balance and purpose.