Effect of Mental Health Support Programs on Employee Retention in The Healthcare Sector in Pakistan
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Purpose: The purpose of this article was to analyze effect of mental health support programs on employee retention in the healthcare sector in Pakistan.
Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: Mental health support programs in Pakistan’s healthcare sector have been shown to reduce employee turnover by improving well-being, job satisfaction, and loyalty. These programs also lower burnout and absenteeism, supporting workforce stability in a high-stress environment.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The job demands–resources (JD-R), the conservation of resources (COR) theory & Herzberg’s motivation–hygiene theory may be used to anchor future studies on effect of mental health support programs on employee retention in the healthcare sector in Pakistan. Mental health support is not just a wellness initiative it is a strategic retention tool. At the policy level, this study supports the integration of mental health standards into labor and occupational health regulations within the healthcare sector.
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