Laughing in Binary: The Unexpected Toll of Cybersecurity on Mental Health

Think IT Security is all binary code and firewall fun? Think again. Recent findings show the industry’s budget cuts are causing a ‘Mental Health in IT Security’ crisis. Stress, anxiety, and a need for more support are on the rise. It’s high time for a system reboot on mental health, folks.

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Who knew that cybersecurity could be so...depressing? A recent survey commissioned by Integrity360 shows that budget cuts are hitting IT professionals where it hurts – right in the feels. We're talking mental health struggles, stress, and anxiety galore. And all because the big bosses can't seem to loosen those purse strings. So, next time you're protecting sensitive data, defending identities, or fighting off ransomware, remember – you're not alone. It's time to push for more support, guys. Because mental health matters, even in the world of ones and zeroes.

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