State of Workforce Mental Health 2026: Industry Spotlight: Public Sector

Pressure is becoming the baseline in the public sector, and it’s driving rising disability, higher claims, and stalled recovery. See what 500 benefits leaders and 7,500 employees reveal about how organizations can respond.

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Public sector employees are working under constant pressure, and the impact is showing up in rising disability, higher claims, and stalled recovery.

From workforce shortages to caregiving responsibilities and the growing complexity of mental health needs, many employees struggle to get the right care at the right time.

This Public Sector Industry Spotlight draws from Lyra’s 2026 State of Workforce Mental Health Report, with insights from 500 benefits leaders and 7,500 employees across six countries. It highlights where public sector employees are struggling most and where organizations have the greatest opportunity to strengthen outcomes.

Download the guide to see how organizations are:

Supporting employees before strain becomes crisis and closing the gap in high-acuity care
Making mental health care easier to navigate for employees and families
Equipping managers with the authority, training, and resources to maintain team well-being