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2026 State of Workforce Mental Health Report: State of AI

AI is reshaping the employee experience, from how people work to how they manage stress and seek support. Explore insights from 7,500 employees and 500 benefits leaders on balancing innovation, productivity, and mental well-being in the age of AI.

Report

One-third of benefits leaders say rapid changes in AI and technology are now a top driver of employee mental health challenges.

  • 46% of employees feel pressure to always be “on”
  • 44% feel anxiety about job security
  • 36% feel more isolated

AI is helping employees move faster and work more efficiently. But it’s also reshaping expectations, increasing pressure, and changing how people connect at work. This report explores how organizations can embrace innovation while building a healthier, more sustainable employee experience.

In this report, you’ll learn:

  • How AI is impacting employee mental health, productivity, and engagement
  • Why employees are turning to AI for mental health support, and where they still want human care
  • How leading organizations are balancing AI innovation with trust, communication, and workforce support

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