Why VA mental health workers feel Elon Musk's emails are psychological warfare
Briefly

Elon Musk's "What did you do last week?" emails to federal employees, termed pulse check reviews, have sparked significant concern among mental health professionals. They describe the emails as a form of psychological warfare, pressuring workers to justify their existence and worth by reporting weekly accomplishments. Staff fear retaliation for not responding, while Musk's comments hint at job security consequences for non-compliance. Despite calls for better mental health practices, many federal workers feel trapped by the demands of this oversight, leading to increased anxiety and stress as the deadline approaches each week.
"What did you do last week?" emails from Elon Musk to federal workers have been labeled as psychological warfare by mental health professionals, creating stress and feelings of being bullied.
Many federal employees feel the pressure from Musk's email campaign, as they’re compelled to justify their worth with detailed accounts of their work.
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