Work and Well-being survey

The Work and Well-being survey was commissioned by APA to look at workplace experiences, measure employee stress related to work, and capture what employees are looking for from their employers as it relates to their mental health.

As of 2023, the survey is now known as the Work in America survey.

 

Work and Well-being Survey reports

2022

Workers appreciate and seek mental health support in the workplace

More than two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the workplace looks very different than it did before many businesses were forced to shut down or adjust their practices. Facing the stress of isolation, fears of the virus, and an overwhelming news cycle, it appears many workplace leaders have realized the need to address mental health concerns among their staff.
2021

Compounding pressure on the American workforce

After more than a year of working during the pandemic, the American workforce reports compounding pressures that are impacting the stress they feel, their ability to do their jobs, and whether they’ll look for a new job in the next year.
June 2018

Vacation time recharges U.S. workers, but positive effects vanish within days

Less than half of employees encouraged to take time off, have enough employer support to manage work stress.

May 2018

In era of #MeToo, majority of employees say their employers fail to take new steps addressing sexual harassment

Increased efforts to prevent harassment linked to better employee and organizational outcomes, survey says.
October 2017

Supervisor support critical to employee well-being and workforce readiness

Fewer women than men report opportunities to develop skills needed for career growth.
May 2017

Change at work linked to employee stress, distrust, and intent to quit

Almost one-third of U.S. workers cynical about organizational changes, management’s motives.

May 2017

Political talk plagues workers months after U.S. election

Americans say political discussions with coworkers are causing stress, hurting job performance.

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