Gulf Insurance Group, the leading provider of insurance services in the Middle East and North Africa, released a new report that provides a detailed analytical view of the state of well-being and mental health among individuals in the important enterprise sector with the company is based on its commitment to increasing the level of public health in the region, the Association has shown positive trends in this regard and other aspects that need improvement and is creating a support platform for placing positively to well-being in the workplace.
Voting results
The report, which was based on a poll of participants from the Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt and Jordan, and was prepared by the well-known research company “YouGov” on behalf of Group Gulf Insurance, revealed the most important factors that affect levels of well-being in general, and these factors included physical and mental health The behaviors, activities, and daily habits that individuals continues as part of their daily life, which affects their health and life in general. Although participants had a generally positive view of their perceived level of well-being, the report identified a number of challenges that a large proportion of people face in terms of mental health, which can be addressed by provides initiatives and resources that provide. additional support for them.
In this context, I express Khaled Saud Al-Hassan, Vice Chairman of the Council theManagement and CEO of the Gulf Insurance Group He expressed his pride in launching our first report on well-being and mental health, which comes as part of our commitment to raising levels of well-being and public health among all people in the Middle East and North Africa region, as this report provides. a clear and comprehensive picture of that and identifying the aspects in which we can provide support and launch health initiatives aimed at… The development at a time when the importance of investing in well-being and health is ‘ continues to increase in our contemporary world.
Survey participants answered a set of questions about the factors that affect their overall health, starting with physical ailments and medical conditions they may suffer from, such as allergies and diabetes, plus on mental health diagnoses such as depression and anxiety, how a survey will reveal the specific impact of certain lifestyle habits, behaviors, and lifestyle on these conditions, including sleep, diet and exercise, as well as stress and activities that one does to improve mental well-being.
He stressed Al-Hasan Highlighting the importance of the results revealed in the report, it shows that 82% of the survey participants reported that their overall well-being is positive, and 84% said that their mental well-being is good , and 65% admitted that they were against some. type of mental health challenges in the year before the survey.
He sent Al-Hasan The survey particularly focused on the fact that 62% of participants who had some kind of challenge in their mental health had self-diagnosed their condition without referring to an appropriate authority, which shows opportunities to raise awareness and understanding about the importance of health and wellness. mental well-being and support at regional level. And take care Al-Hasan In some countries, up to 35% of participants are unsure where to seek help, underscoring the dire need to strengthen communication and support mechanisms.
The report also reviews, in addition to the challenges related to mental health, its important findings in the area of physical health and lifestyle habits and behavior, where 74% of participants did positive assessment of their physical health, while diseases such as allergies (15%). and Musculoskeletal disorders were frequently reported (14%). Lifestyle aspects showed areas for improvement and growth, with only 54% of participants reporting getting the recommended 7 hours of sleep, and over half indicating they did not exercise or exercising regularly. These findings underscore the need for a holistic approach to wellness that addresses both mental and physical health as well as lifestyle habits and behaviors.
The topic of mental wellbeing in the workplace emerged as another area of interest and focus, with many participants expressing their desire to participate in workplace initiatives such as regular health checks, management programs stress, and awareness workshops on mental health and well-being. – to be The report identified digital tools and techniques such as mental health and fitness apps as areas where employees would be looking for more support in their workplace.
For her part, she said Laura Gerstein Alvarez, Head of Employee Benefits, GIG Camas The report opens the door to a constructive debate in our sector about this high level of self-diagnosis of mental health challenges, and about the best way to ensure that everyone gets the support they need when they need it. “The findings show that more care and attention needs to be given to certain areas, but we are confident that this report will stimulate meaningful discussions and encourage new actions and measures to increase levels of workplace wellbeing across the region.”
It is worth noting that the survey, carried out by YouGov on behalf of the organization, received responses from 3,599 people, men and women over the age of 18, and from eight countries: the UAE, Saudi Arabia , Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Egypt, and Jordan. Participants were either current health insurance policy holders or prospective purchasers, ensuring sample diversity and a more comprehensive representation. All responses were collected confidentially and remained anonymous to ensure data integrity and reliability.
About Gulf Insurance Group
Gulf Insurance Group is the largest insurance group in Kuwait in terms of premiums written and retained through its activities in the life insurance, general insurance and Takaful insurance sectors has become one of the largest insurance groups in the Middle East and North Africa region, as it has ownership shares in companies in Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Algeria, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the Sultanate of Oman, Iraq and Lebanon. Its assets totaled US$4.07 billion as of June 30, 2024.
Gulf Insurance Group is considered to be the first insurance company to receive a triple credit rating in Kuwait, as it has an A (excellent) rating, as well as an A+ rating for credit issuance, with sustainable future perspective from EM Best Europe Assessment Services. Group.
Gulf Insurance Group is a majority subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings, a Canadian holding company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, with operations through its subsidiaries focused on property and casualty insurance as well as reinsurance and related investment management.
2024-10-07 18:33:20
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