Guidelines for the implementation of corporate mental health initiatives at Hitachi Vantara Portugal

• Autor(a) principal: Henriques, Andreia Raquel Fialho
• Data de Publicação: 2023
• Tipo de documento: Dissertação
• Idioma: eng
• Título da fonte: Repositório Científico de Acesso Aberto de Portugal (Repositórios Cientìficos)
• Texto Completo: http://hdl.handle.net/10071/31226
• topic: Saúde mental -- Mental health; Bem-estar -- Well-being; Stigma; Indirect costs of mental health; Corporative initiatives; Boas práticas -- Best practices; Estigma; Custos indiretos da saúde mental; Iniciativas corporativas

The increasing recognition of mental health's pivotal role in overall well-being, particularly within workplaces, underscores the importance of addressing this aspect of corporate responsibility. This study centers on understanding employees' mental health awareness, familiarity with corporate-led initiatives, and their perceptions of the necessity of such programmes. A survey of Hitachi Vantara Portugal employees was conducted, gathering insights into mental health awareness, individual experiences, managerial support, and existing initiatives. The study aims to propose a comprehensive guideline grounded in both literature and empirical data for developing and enhancing corporate mental health initiatives. This guideline provides evidence-based recommendations, aligning policies and initiatives with employee preferences and needs. This research's significance lies in its potential to inform decision-makers, human resources professionals, and leadership about the current state of mental health awareness within Hitachi Vantara Portugal. It offers insights to refine existing initiatives and develop new strategies for promoting mental well-being. Furthermore, the proposed guideline, derived from the study's findings, can serve as a roadmap, not only for other Hitachi Vantara branches and Hitachi companies but also for organizations seeking sustainable and impactful approaches to address mental health concerns in their workforce. In conclusion, through the perspectives of Hitachi Vantara Portugal employees, this study aims to bridge the gap between employee awareness, corporate initiatives, and best practices in the field. Its overarching goal is to significantly contribute to cultivating a mentally healthy workplace culture.