By: Amisha Shirgave | December 07, 2024
'Pleasenteeism' is a new workplace trend where employees show up to work even when they are physically or mentally unwell, but they pretend to be fine
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Pleasenteeism means employees hide their struggles, such as stress, anxiety, or illness, and act as though everything is okay while working
Many employees practice pleasenteeism because they fear being judged or appearing weak if they admit they are not okay
This trend can worsen mental health issues over time, as it prevents individuals from seeking the support they need
While employees are physically present, their productivity often suffers because they are not at their best mentally or physically
Common causes include workplace pressure, fear of job loss, lack of sick leave policies, or a toxic work environment that discourages openness
Employees may show signs like burnout, constant tiredness, or disengagement despite appearing "fine" on the surface
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