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Japan's Work-Related Mental Disorders Surge Amid Harassment Crisis

6/26/2025

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In Japan, the alarming rise of work-related mental disorders hit a staggering 1,055 cases in fiscal 2024, primarily fueled by harassment from superiors. Tragically, 88 of these cases resulted in suicides or attempts. Additionally, applications for workers' compensation due to mental illness soared to a record 3,780, underscoring the urgent need to address workplace stress.

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In Japan, the alarming rise of work-related mental disorders hit a staggering 1,055 cases in fiscal 2024, primarily fueled by harassment from superiors. Tragically, 88 of these cases resulted in suicides or attempts. Additionally, applications for workers' compensation due to mental illness soared to a record 3,780, underscoring the urgent need to address workplace stress.