Modern workers, especially Gen Zers, are demanding accommodations from their employers for their physical and mental health – from extra time on tasks, to more flexibility, to meeting their needs given disabilities and neurodiversity. Some employers have responded through initiatives such as mental health days, four -day workweeks, and psychotherapy benefits.
2026 Why benefit conversations are harder right now, and what’s actually changing
January 2026 Trend Report Why benefit conversations are harder right now, and what’s actually changing Every January brings fresh forecasts and new priorities.This January feels different. What is showing up in employer...

