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Mental Health Stigma at Workplace: Perceptions of Peer Employees in Gurgaon based IT Companies

Harsimran Kaur, Ravleen Kaur Khanna, Sarabjit Kaur Sran

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The current research aims to evaluate how mental health stigma is perceived, the factors that shape this perception, and its perceived effects on the well-being and productivity of employees in IT firms. A purposive sampling technique was utilized to enlist 100 participants, evenly distributed by gender (50 males and 50 females), all aged 25 and above, and currently working in IT companies based in Gurgaon. Data collection was carried out using a detailed survey questionnaire devised by the researcher to tackle the objectives. Descriptive statistical methods, particularly percentages, were applied for analysis to offer a comprehensive insight into the results.The study revealed pervasive mental health stigma among employees in Gurgaon-based IT companies, impacting morale, productivity, and well-being.


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