Mental health sick leave hits 546,254 cases
What’s happening
Social Security data show 546,254 temporary disability benefits for mental and behavioral disorders were granted in 2025, up 15.66% from 2024, led by anxiety disorders and depression.
What to do
Track your own mental-health absence data and use it to prioritize psychosocial risk controls and support programs.
How Workbliss can help
Workbliss runs stress, resilience and mental health programs, plus manager training on spotting early signs, across your locations.
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