This OSHwiki article explores the key concepts of Return to Work (RTW) and Common Mental Health Disorders (CMD).
It emphasizes the importance of timely and effective RTW interventions for workers who have taken sick leave due to CMD, such as depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and other stress-related conditions.
The article identifies several effective strategies for supporting employees' return to work, including proactive support from supervisors, maintaining contact with the workplace during leave, implementing early and gradual RTW programs, and utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and problem-solving techniques.