Mental health
fromPsychology Today
14 hours agoHow Trauma Disrupts 6 Universal Psychological Needs
Trauma disrupts six universal psychological needs, impacting recovery and emotional stability.
We tend to think of support at work as always helpful. Advice. Guidance. A quick assist when things get tough. But research shows some kinds of support quietly do more harm than good. Certain forms of workplace support don't restore energy or build trust-they drain it. And over time, they can erode engagement and fuel burnout. Five kinds of unhelpful workplace social support: Imposing support shows up as unsolicited guidance. Advice you didn't ask for. Direction you weren't ready to receive.
Most people know what a difficult day at work feels like. It can be tiring, draining and tense, leaving you unable to switch off. But there are also days when work feels lighter and more energising. These good days are not necessarily defined by big wins or major achievements. In fact, they tend to come from harmonious experiences in the workplace that support our psychological needs.