70% of Media and Marketing Professionals Report Mental Health Issues

Alarming New Study Reveals High Rates of Mental Health Challenges

According to the 2024 Mentally-Healthy Survey, a staggering 70% of professionals within the media, marketing and creative sectors have experienced mental health concerns.

Key Findings

• 70% of respondents reported experiencing mental health issues.
• The most common mental health issues included stress (59%), anxiety (47%), and depression (36%).
• The majority of respondents (82%) believe that mental health issues have a negative impact on their work performance.
• Only 38% of respondents felt comfortable discussing their mental health with their employer.

The survey was conducted by Never Not Creative, a mental health advocacy organisation, in partnership with The Mentally Healthy Change Group and UnLtd. The results highlight the urgent need for increased mental health support and awareness within the media and marketing industries.

Impact on Work Performance

The survey found that mental health issues can significantly impact work performance. The majority of respondents (82%) reported that their mental health had a negative impact on their productivity, creativity and ability to meet deadlines.

Case Studies

• A marketing manager reported that their anxiety made it difficult to focus on tasks and caused them to make mistakes.
• A creative director said that depression had led to a lack of motivation and difficulty generating ideas.
• A journalist described how stress had caused them to experience panic attacks and difficulty sleeping.

These case studies illustrate the real-world impact that mental health issues can have on the workplace. It is essential that employers recognise the importance of mental health and provide support to their employees.

Call for Action

The findings of the Mentally-Healthy Survey highlight the urgent need for increased mental health support within the media, marketing and creative industries. Employers should take the following steps to create a more supportive work environment:

• Provide Mental Health Training: Educate managers and employees about mental health issues, how to recognise them, and how to support those who are struggling.
• Create a Supportive Culture: Encourage employees to talk openly about their mental health and provide a safe and confidential space for them to do so.
• Offer Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs): Provide access to professional mental health support through confidential EAPs.
• Promote Work-Life Balance: Encourage employees to take breaks, use their vacation time and set boundaries between work and personal life.
• Reduce Stigma: Challenge the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage employees to seek help when they need it.

By taking these steps, employers can create a more supportive work environment and help to improve the mental health and well-being of their employees.