Perspectives of workers, mental health professionals, occupational health professionals, general physicians and managers
Common mental disorders (CMDs), such as anxiety, stress and depression, are among the leading causes of disability worldwide and have a major impact in terms of lost productivity and sickness absence. Returning to work is a complex process in which different stakeholders may be involved and have to co-operate.
This report discusses the return-to-work process of workers on sick leave with CMDs, and the barriers and facilitators from a multi-stakeholder perspective, ie workers, managers, mental health professionals, occupational health professionals and general physicians. This research was undertaken by Tilburg University.
Return to work after common mental disorders – full research report
Return to work after common mental disorders – summary report
Barriers, facilitators and roles in the return-to-work process – tables