Stay informed about absenteeism trends in 2025
As an employer, you often have to deal with employees who make physical and mental efforts. In order to prevent or reduce absenteeism, it is important to know what developments are taking place in this area. We have listed the most important absenteeism trends for 2025.
The absenteeism trends for 2025
In 2025, we see that the following trends will influence absenteeism:
Increasing long-term absenteeism:
Long-term absence remains a challenge, often due to complex health problems;
Mental absenteeism:
Burn-out complaints and other mental health problems are increasing;
Ageing:
An older workforce entails specific risks;
Informal care:
More and more employees combine work with care tasks for loved ones.
In addition to these trends, personal circumstances also play a major role in absenteeism. Fortunately, as an employer, you can do a lot to prevent absenteeism. Prevention plays a key role in this.
Practical insights
In our trend document, we have explained the most important trends in detail. You can read how to recognize them and what steps you can take to limit absenteeism. We also share practical tips that you can start using right away.
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Would you like to know more about these trends and how you can respond to them? Download the trend document and stay prepared for the developments in 2025.