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Mindset shift: Prof Rozanah says incorporating mental health into the Employment Act would signify a progressive move that mental health is just as important as physical health. — AZMAN GHANI/The Star
“There should also be clear guidelines on addressing workplace harassment or conditions that contribute to poor mental health. Mohd Effendy noted that many workers might feel overwhelmed by job demands or suffer from stress-related illnesses, but may not report these issues. “There is a possibility that many workers are unaware that MTUC also addresses mental health issues, as they might primarily associate the union with traditional concerns like wages and benefits,” he said.
“Globally, many countries started to integrate mental health into their employment laws and this would encourage workers to seek assistance without fear of discrimination. However, Prof Rozanah said that these provisions still focus primarily on the physical health of workers and do not adequately address issues like depression related to their tasks and working environment that may trigger mental health illnesses due to occupational stress.
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