What is Workplace Stressors

Mental health issues have been persistent for decades and represent a costly burden across both developing and developed nations. The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified such issues, especially psychological distress, in ways never experienced before across the globe. Employee psychological distress, synonymous with emotional suffering, is a crucial determinant in employees' overall physical health and contributes to overall decreased productivity in the workplace. Since pandemic outbreaks have lasting effects, developing a mentally resilient workforce is of utmost importance to manage employee psychological distress. Mental resilience enhances one's ability to manage, survive, and even grow within challenging environments. Against this background, the chapter explores the relationship between crises such as COVID-19, psychological distress, and the associated negative work outcomes. Finally, strategies for building a mentally resilient workforce are recommended.