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Back from vacation and already tired and irritable? Do not wait too long to intervene
Arbo Unie warns that sick leave will rise significantly in September, with a 69 percent increase compared to August, driven by post-holiday workload stress and viral exposure. The arbodienstverlener notes that employees aged 25 to 45 are particularly vulnerable, as burnout complaints in this group have doubled since 2020. Neuropsychologist Lars van Laar of Breinfijn identifies early warning signs such as poor sleep, muscle tension, and irritability, urging individuals to act before these symptoms lead to long-term absence. Data from HSK indicates that 80 percent of mental health issues among Dutch workers are work-related, yet many delay reporting problems due to fear of career repercussions, with 14 percent of those affected worrying about negative impacts on their evaluations.
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