 think or worry about work at some point while on holiday, with some checking their emails while they are away or just before their return (45%). The results also show that in the run up to annual leave, two thirds (66%), at some point, work longer hours to compensate for the time off. Want to get the latest health news direct to your inbox? Sign up for the Mirror Health newsletter HERE Annual leave allows employees to take a well-needed break from the stresses and demands of working life. Ian said: 'Disconnecting yourself from work is supposed to rejuvenate your mind, resulting in you being in a healthier state of mind when you return. With fewer people being able to switch off when away from work, we are becoming a more stressed and tired nation.' Work-rela){kind=link}
Many Brits are suffering from those back-to-work blues after a period of annual leave, but a recent study has revealed the exact amount of time it takes for the vacation relaxation to wear off
With just three weeks to go until the summer season comes to a close, the post-holiday blues are starting to creep in across the country.
Recent research has shown that it takes on average 11 working hours for stress levels to return to normal after a period of annual leave. The survey, conducted by Reed, suggests that the vacation relaxation can be worn off in just over one working day.
Ian Nicholas, Global Managing Director at Reed, said: “We’re entering the time of year when people come back to work after their holidays and experience the back-to-work blues. Workers are finding it harder and harder to switch off, especially as being able to take your work with you with your mobile is easier than ever.
He added: “Tech making work more accessible often means our everyday work lives bleed into what is supposed to be our time off. Holiday restress sees people who have destressed on holiday quickly becoming stressed again moments after going back to work.”