Stress is defined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as 'the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them'. Stress can affect a person’s physical and mental health and cause burnout, anxiety, and depression. Stress can be caused by factors at work such as conflicting demands, conflict at work, lack of support and more. Additionally, stress can be exacerbated by events outside of work such as death, divorce, mental health concerns and more.
The Law on Managing Stress
Employers have a 'duty of care . . .
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