During this Mental Health Awareness Week, Purbeck Insurance Services highlights the mental health challenges faced by small business owners in the UK. A survey shows that 39% of SME owners believe financial pressures have negatively impacted their mental wellbeing, particularly affecting younger and female entrepreneurs. Additionally, most business owners work significantly longer hours than the national average and struggle to disconnect even while on vacation, with 76% working during breaks. Purbeck urges SME owners to seek community support during these challenging times.
"With this year's theme for Mental Health Awareness Week centered on community, Purbeck is encouraging SME owners to reach out for support from mentors, friends and family."
"39% of SME business owners think the financial aspect of running their business has impacted their mental health, according to Purbeck."
"57% of business decision makers surveyed are working 41-70 hours per week, that's well in excess of the UK average working week for full-time employees, which stands at 36.5 hours."
"Over three-quarters (76%) admit to working when they are on holiday, this rises to 82% amongst 25-35 year-olds."
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