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How to Open a Psychological Injury Claim

We’re here to help your worker—and you

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Gradual Onset Psychological Injury for Employers

Understand what’s covered and how to get help

People can experience physical or psychological injuries at work. Psychological injuries may happen suddenly after a traumatic event, or gradually as serious work stressors happen over time.

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Traumatic Psychological Injury —a guide for employers

Understand what’s covered and how to get help

People can experience physical or psychological injuries at work. Psychological injuries may happen suddenly after a traumatic event, or gradually as serious stressors at work build over time.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder for Employers

Support for first responders

Because of their work, first responders face more traumatic events than most people. This increases the risk of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

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Supporting Workers with Psychological Injury

We’re with you—every step of the way

A psychological injury can feel overwhelming—for the worker and for you as an employer. You’re not alone.

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Transitional Work & Accommodations for Psychological Injury

Return to Work for Psychological Injury - Employer Guide

Return-to-work planning and support

Whether someone experiences a physical or psychological injury, work is a critical part of recovery—and a key milestone in recovery from any mental health issue o

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Psychological Injury —information for Employers

Types of psychological injuries WCB covers

People can experience both physical and psychological injuries at work. A psychological injury can happen after a sudden traumatic event or build over time from serious stressors at work.

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Psychological Injury Example Claim Scenarios

See sample claim scenarios that show when psychological injuries may be covered.

Work-Connected Recovery

Understanding the Work-Connected Recovery Program—for health care service providers.

Work-connected recovery helps people injured at work get care faster as they recover and safely return to work.

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