Changes in behavior, lateness, and withdrawal: how to recognize psychological problems in an employee
07:54, 5 June 2026
Changes in behavior, productivity, and emotional state may indicate the need for early intervention — explained by the labor inspection.
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Signs and symptoms of psychological problems that may signal the need for early response from a manager or authorized employee were named by the Inspection Activity Department in Zhytomyr region.
As noted, typical manifestations of possible psychosocial difficulties are changes in a person's behavior and emotional state that were previously uncharacteristic for them.
Among such signs are:
- changes in appearance;
- decreased work productivity;
- lateness to work or meetings;
- social withdrawal;
- increased irritability or aggressiveness;
- excessive vigilance;
- difficulty concentrating;
- increased duration of work without breaks;
- confusion and distraction leading to frequent mistakes at work;
- substance abuse.
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