A Government survey has found that one in three absences from work are due to stress or anxiety. A recent study of 58,700 GP fit notes discovered that 35% of those surveyed were given for “mild to moderate mental health disorders”, such as depression, anxiety and stress. The Government's sick note scheme, renamed the fit note in April 2010, was designed to help employees return to work more quickly by suggesting things they could do at work. Doctors are required to detail which duties … [Read more...]