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Depression in the workplace

Find out how to recognise and support employees with depression.

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How depression can impact work

Depression can have an adverse impact on work performance.

This can be due to:

  • Difficulties concentrating
  • Time-management problems
  • Inability to complete physical tasks
  • Struggles with communication

Some possible signs at work include:

  • Appearing tired, anxious or withdrawn
  • Being less interested in tasks they previously enjoyed
  • Increase in sickness absence
Information:

For urgent mental health support call 111 and press OPTION 2.

Page last reviewed: 29th May 2026