Workplace stress and mental health
Details of infographic from APA’s 2026 Work in America™ survey
More workers feel stressed and view their workplace as detrimental to their mental health in 2026 than in 2025
% of workers who agree/strongly agree
During my workday, I typically feel tense and stressed out
- 2025: 48%
- 2026: 41%
My work environment has a negative impact on my mental health
- 2025: 37%
- 2026: 32%