Employer and Employee Perspectives on Mental Health Support in the Workplace
An IELTS Writing Task 2 essay prompt. Plan a clear position, develop two supporting paragraphs, and conclude — then get AI feedback in about 45 seconds.
40 min
2
250+ words
Question Prompt
Review the prompt carefully before you open the timed writing workspace.
Some people argue that employers have a duty to actively support employees' mental health through counselling services, flexible working arrangements, and mental health leave. Others contend that mental health is a personal matter and that excessive workplace involvement could lead to stigmatisation or privacy violations. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
How to Approach This Question
A quick, practical checklist for this specific task type.
- 1
In the introduction, name both views and signal which one you lean toward (if asked for your opinion).
- 2
Dedicate one body paragraph to each side, with a concrete example or reasoning for both.
- 3
In the conclusion, compare the two views and restate which one you find more convincing and why.
- 4
Aim for 270–290 words in 40 minutes and use neutral discussion markers: on the one hand, by contrast.
Key Topic Vocabulary
Useful terms and concepts to weave into your answer for this prompt.
More Questions Like This
Keep practising with prompts from the same task bank.
Children Spending Less Time Outdoors
Task 2 · Essay · Two-Part
Gene Editing and Bioethics
Task 2 · Essay · Two-Part
Immigration and National Identity
Task 2 · Essay · Discussion
Exercise vs Diet: Staying Healthy
Task 2 · Essay · Discussion
Ageing Population: Challenges and Solutions
Task 2 · Essay · Problem & Solution
Digital Surveillance and Individual Privacy
Task 2 · Essay · Opinion
What You Get with PuanAI
Move from prompt review into scored practice without leaving the same workflow.
AI scoring in about 45 seconds
Submit one response and review criterion-level feedback right away.
Official IELTS criteria focus
Use TR, CC, LR, and GRA signals to understand what to improve next.
One-click start
Open the writing workspace from this page and continue straight into practice.