In the U.S., workplace trauma, work-life balance and conflict/tension with managers were among the top concerns. (Credit: fizkes/Adobe Stock)

Employees across the globe are concerned about stress, conflict, and performance pressures in the workplace, according to this year’s “Psychological Safety Study” from Workplace Options.

The annual study, based on conversations between employees and clinicians, looked at workplace concerns in 18 different countries. In every country studied, workplace stress ranked as a top worry. Conflict at work is a widespread issue, and performance pressure is a rising concern, with many employees saying they’re struggling to meet expectations. Among young adults, many reported that they’re already feeling burnt out.

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