Many people recover completely from gradual onset psychological injuries. However, recovery from this kind of injury is not as straightforward as a broken arm or other physical injury can be.

Some workers may get better and not need further support and others may need ongoing support to manage symptoms. There may be setbacks where symptoms recur. And some people may not return to how they were before their injury. These are all normal experiences. 

However, there are strategies and supports to help you address symptoms after your injury to help you work safely and comfortably. 

Managing Triggers and Addressing Symptoms

Early communication is essential to reducing the risk of symptoms reoccurring and to getting a worker the support they need if this does occur.  

As a worker, this means sharing concerns with employers as soon as you are able. Communicating early will allow your employer to take the steps needed to keep the symptoms from getting worse. 

As an employer, this means being available to listen and to take supportive action quickly. 

At times, the need to use the accommodations or transitional work plan that was used during the initial recovery, might be necessary.

Client Care Navigators are also available to support workers and employers and can be contacted at any time to help.