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Stress levels in Australian workplaces among the highest as we battle constant interruptions and irritating colleagues

  • Written by: Libby (Elizabeth) Sander, MBA Director & Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour, Bond Business School, Bond University
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As more companies mandate the amount of time to be spent in the office, employee stress levels are on the rise.

A recent study found 34% of employees reported lower mental health levels compared to six months ago. Alarmingly, 37% also reported decreased levels of engagement and sense of belonging.

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