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Mental health and wellbeing

There is now a far greater understanding that we should look after our mental health in the same way that we care for our physical health.

Mental health can fluctuate from good to poor throughout a lifetime and we can all take actions to improve our mental wellbeing. ICAEW works with caba to promote the mental health of chartered accountants and their families producing articles, guides, webinars, videos and events.
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2025

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This year Mental Health Awareness Week celebrates the power and importance of community. Being part of a safe, positive community is vital for our mental health and wellbeing. The week will take place from 12 to 18 May,
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Why workplace community is essential for mental wellbeing

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  • ICAEW Insights
With nearly three-quarters of employees reporting burnout, the question isn’t whether stress is affecting your workplace but how much. In Mental Health Awareness Week, Paul Guess says a sense of community can help.
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How Gen Z can avoid burnout

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  • ICAEW Insights
They are newer to the world of work, but Gen Z employees report a higher frequency of burnout-related symptoms than their older colleagues. Fortunately, there’s much we can do to help.
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Richard Ratcliffe, qualified as an ICAEW Chartered Accountant in 2012 and works for BDO. He received ICAEW’s Outstanding Achievement Award for 2023 in recognition of his "exceptional commitment, sacrifice and resilience during his political campaign".
Interview

Unyielding determination: Richard Ratcliffe

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  • Diversity and Inclusion Community
Richard Ratcliffe, husband of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, speaks about the mental anguish caused by his wife's imprisonment and being given a second chance to live a normal life.
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Need further help and support?

ICAEW members and students can access advice and resources from caba, which covers coping with stress, managing burnout and emotional support services. 

The NHS also has a range of services and resources that can be called upon in times of crisis.

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