Workplace Stress and Bullying Are Linked to 840,000 Deaths a Year, New Study Finds

Workplace Stress and Bullying Are Linked to 840,000 Deaths a Year, New Study Finds

An ILO report shows toxic work environments are driving widespread cardiovascular and mental‑health deaths worldwide.

ILO Warns Workplace Stress and Toxic Work Conditions Kill Over 840,000 People Annually

Experts warn that the scale of the problem is likely underestimated, as many cases go unreported or are not directly attributed to workplace conditions.

More than 840-thousand workers die from psychosocial risks

MORE THAN 840,000 people die each year from health conditions linked to psychosocial risks, such as long working hours, job insecurity, and workplace harassment, according to a new global report by the International Labour Organization (ILO). These work-related psychosocial risks are mainly associated with cardiovascular diseases and mental disorders, including suicide. The report also finds that these risks account for nearly 45 million disabil…