Wednesday, February 18th, at 12 pm CT

Global events are having a profound impact on well-being, driving significant changes in how and why employees take time away from work. Employers are seeing absence patterns shift in both frequency and complexity, highlighting the need for more comprehensive, compliant, and responsive absence programs. 

In this session Sara Galle, ComPsych Vice President of Absence Customer Success, and Chris Verdoorn,  Reporting and Data Analytics Manager will share data-driven insights on the trends shaping leave management in 2026, including the surge in mental health related leaves (up 300% from 2019-2024), intermittent leave trends, and the increasing prevalence of trauma-induced leaves tied to global and environmental events. Backed by 2025 absence book of business data and year-over-year trends, this session will share insights to help organizations stay ahead of evolving absence management needs and build a more resilient workforce.