The relationship between mental health and unemployment is indisputable. Mental health concerns greatly affect the well-being of employees and serve as a primary reason for extended periods of absence from work. Employers ought to actively encourage positive mental health and offer assistance to employees struggling with mental illness.

Unemployment

Unemployment, which refers to the state of not having a job and actively searching for employment, has consistently been proven to have detrimental effects on various health outcomes.

There are several mechanisms by which unemployment could adversely affect an individuals mental well-being:

• the stress, low self-esteem and diminished self-confidence that result from the disruption of the daily work routine or the social stigma linked to unemployment.
• due to financial difficulties or hardship, uncertainty, and diminished prospects for future income, individuals are burdened with stress, which adversely affects their mental well-being.
• the government unemployment system itself, which can adversely impact on mental health through the claims process, work capability testing and job search conditions.

The duration of unemployment has been proven to have a detrimental impact on various aspects of health, including mental well-being, life satisfaction, and physical well-being.

The prolonged periods of diminished earnings, unemployment, and the extended duration of these challenges, caused by the pandemic restrictions and resulting economic difficulties, are a particular cause of stress on mental health.

Having good mental health significantly impacts one’s employability, as it plays a crucial role in both securing and maintaining a job.

BPD in the Workplace

Borderline personality disorder can significantly affect the workplace environment in a detrimental manner. The presence of BPD characteristics, including impulsive actions, heightened emotions, and a tendency to be contrary, can result in a sense of disconnection and dissatisfaction among colleagues.

BPD symptoms have the potential to impact one’s job performance and their ability to seamlessly integrate with colleagues.

Nevertheless, by implementing effective tactics and receiving adequate assistance, individuals diagnosed with BPD can flourish within their professional environment.

However, many individuals diagnosed with BPD possess high levels of intelligence, creativity, and talent, enabling them to pursue successful and fulfilling professional careers.