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Fixing the work, not the worker with help from psychology and physiotherapy
What is the real cost of workplace injuries? Just one in ten ACC claims accepted in 2024 were linked to work-related harm (10%), yet they cost nearly a quarter of the total $7 billion [...]
Here’s how to be sober-curious for the holidays
Recent statistics have noted a nationwide trend towards drinking less alcohol, with the younger generation at least partly responsible for championing this change. There are a few factors that might be driving the trend. [...]
Psychological risk and physical harm
How psychosocial risks lead to physical injuries: It’s not just in your head A recent wellbeing survey (conducted by MATES in Construction) assessed more than 3,300 workers across construction, infrastructure and manufacturing in New [...]
“Rock bottom” looks different for everyone; get help before finding yours.
If you’ve been living with physical or emotional pain for a long time, you might feel like you’ve mastered the art of holding the line. Maybe you’re coping just well enough that other people don’t [...]
Giving and receiving feedback: Can it be psychologically safe?
We've all been there. Holding back a suggestion in a meeting because we’re not sure how it will land or bracing ourselves when someone says, “Can I give you some feedback?”. In these moments, [...]
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