As part of its
activities, Faculty and staff development committee at School of Nursing organized
a workshop about The Importance of Mental Health in The Workplace Environment in
27/11/2022. The workshop facilitated by Dr. Ekhlas AlJamal, an associated
professor from Mental Health Nursing Section. The workshop discussed the role
of mental health in increasing productivity in all fields,
increasing employee retention, preventing job leakage, increasing flexibility
and communication between employees; participants included School’s faculty and
administrative staff. The focus was on the impact of the work environment on
mental health from a positive impact by supporting employees in a motivating
and encouraging manner and taking into account the job description according to
the employee's capabilities, abilities and aspirations. On the other hand, the
impact may be negative if the employee is subjected to discrimination,
bullying, lack of motivation and appreciation. On the other hand,
the characteristics of a healthy work environment were discussed, including:
transparency, providing opportunities, raising morale, providing a comfortable
workplace, training and development, and work-life balance. To deal with work
stress, several strategies have been proposed such as eating healthy,
exercising, and teaching positive ways to vent anger such as relaxation
techniques, deep breathing, positive thinking and time management. The
importance and role of supervisors in promoting the mental health of their
employees was emphasized.