PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY AS A MEDIATING FACTOR BETWEEN HR PRACTICES AND EMPLOYEE MENTAL WELL-BEING: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

In contemporary organizations, employee mental well-being is recognized as a fundamental determinant of engagement, productivity, and long-term sustainability. This empirical investigation explores the nexus between Human Resource (HR) practices and psychological health, specifically examining the mediating influence of psychological safety.Utilizing a quantitative methodology, the study employed standardized scales and robust statistical techniques—including regression and mediation analysis—to evaluate data from a diverse organizational cohort. The results demonstrate a significant positive correlation between supportive HR practices and mental well-being. Critically, the data reveals that psychological safety serves as a pivotal explanatory mechanism; HR initiatives foster a climate of interpersonal trust and risk-tolerance, which subsequently bolsters individual psychological resilience.This research enriches HR literature by empirically validating the "black box" through which organizational policies translate into health outcomes. From a practical perspective, the findings underscore that mental well-being is not merely an individual trait but a byproduct of an environment characterized by openness and security. To cultivate a sustainable workforce, practitioners must move beyond perfunctory wellness programs and strategically design HR frameworks that prioritize a safe, transparent, and psychologically supportive organizational culture.