This year's World Mental Health Month theme, determined by the World Health Organization is "Mental Health in the workplace". In this article from the WHO, we see just how vital it is to shine a light on the mental health challenges faced by those who care for us: health and care workers. 🏥 Recent findings reveal that 𝟮𝟱% 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝘅𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆, 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘁 during the COVID-19 pandemic, and unfortunately, many continue to struggle even after its official end. The emotional toll of compassion fatigue, coupled with systemic issues like heavy workloads and limited flexibility, has created a mental health crisis that cannot be ignored. 𝙺̲𝚎̲𝚢̲ ̲𝙵̲𝚊̲𝚌̲𝚝̲𝚘̲𝚛̲𝚜̲ ̲𝙲̲𝚘̲𝚗̲𝚝̲𝚛̲𝚒̲𝚋̲𝚞̲𝚝̲𝚒̲𝚗̲𝚐̲ ̲𝚝̲𝚘̲ ̲𝙼̲𝚎̲𝚗̲𝚝̲𝚊̲𝚕̲ ̲𝙷̲𝚎̲𝚊̲𝚕̲𝚝̲𝚑̲ ̲𝙲̲𝚑̲𝚊̲𝚕̲𝚕̲𝚎̲𝚗̲𝚐̲𝚎̲𝚜̲:̲ • 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Healthcare settings are inherently stressful, with long hours and life-or-death decisions weighing heavily on workers. • 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗴𝘂𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘂𝗺𝗮: Continuous exposure to traumatic experiences can lead to emotional exhaustion. • 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀: Heavy workloads and insufficient support systems contribute significantly to decreased job satisfaction and increased absenteeism. Experts stress the urgency of addressing these challenges. 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹. Organizations must invest in workforce well-being— not as an option but as a necessity. Providing timely counseling and fostering a culture of open discussion can help prevent burnout and save resources in the long run. Read more in the article below 👇 #MentalHealthAwareness #HealthcareWorkers #WorkplaceWellbeing #WorldMentalHealthMonth #WMHM2024
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I agree with Veronica Hill, MSOL that there is a growing emotional health epidemic. At Isleworth Group, we have noticed a lack of services in addressing mental health issues and we are committed to supporting families in navigating the complex dynamics that mental health can present for caregivers, their children, and the overall family dynamic. Veronica shares important numbers to check out and resources for workplaces and individuals to look into for support. https://lnkd.in/ex2pVsiE
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Collectively, WE ARE NOT OKAY! The mental health epidemic is growing … globally! Here’s what you need to know: 1. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that depression and anxiety disorders cost the global economy $1 trillion each year in lost productivity. Mental health conditions are on the rise worldwide, with over 264 million people affected by depression and about 284 million people experiencing anxiety disorders. 2. The pandemic has significantly exacerbated mental health issues globally. The WHO reported a 25% increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide during the first year of the pandemic, and it continues to grow. 3. Mental health conditions account for a large share of disease burden in young people. According to the WHO, suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds. 4. Despite the high prevalence of mental health conditions, access to care remains limited. The WHO highlights that nearly two-thirds of people with a known mental disorder never seek help from a health professional. Stigma, discrimination, and neglect prevent care and treatment from reaching people with mental disorders. 🆘 MANY STRUGGLE IN SILENCE & ISOLATION 🆘 Here are a few renowned organizations for mental health support: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Based in the United States, NAMI offers support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Mind: A UK-based charity offering information and support for mental health issues, Mind provides advice, support, and services for those with mental health challenges. Spring Health is a comprehensive mental health solution for organizations offering employees personalized, evidence-based mental health care. BetterHelp is an online platform that provides direct-to-consumer access to mental health services. It connects users with licensed therapists for counseling via text, voice, and video sessions. Talkspace (similar to BetterHelp) offers online therapy with licensed therapists, making mental health services more accessible and convenient. Headspace (initially a meditation app) expanded to offer many resources to improve mental health, including mindfulness exercises and sleep aids. Spirence is a mental health literacy platform for workplaces providing tools for employees and their families. The company combines virtual solutions with direct care experience to promote psychological well-being in the workplace. Please add to the conversation if you know of any resources! #mentalhealth #employeewellness ——- 👋🏽 Hi, I'm Vee, your quintessential go-to for all things #people #culture and #performance. Interested in working together to humanize your workplace to prioritize and support employee wellbeing? DM me!
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Collectively, WE ARE NOT OKAY! The mental health epidemic is growing … globally! Here’s what you need to know: 1. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that depression and anxiety disorders cost the global economy $1 trillion each year in lost productivity. Mental health conditions are on the rise worldwide, with over 264 million people affected by depression and about 284 million people experiencing anxiety disorders. 2. The pandemic has significantly exacerbated mental health issues globally. The WHO reported a 25% increase in the prevalence of anxiety and depression worldwide during the first year of the pandemic, and it continues to grow. 3. Mental health conditions account for a large share of disease burden in young people. According to the WHO, suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds. 4. Despite the high prevalence of mental health conditions, access to care remains limited. The WHO highlights that nearly two-thirds of people with a known mental disorder never seek help from a health professional. Stigma, discrimination, and neglect prevent care and treatment from reaching people with mental disorders. 🆘 MANY STRUGGLE IN SILENCE & ISOLATION 🆘 Here are a few renowned organizations for mental health support: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Based in the United States, NAMI offers support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Mind: A UK-based charity offering information and support for mental health issues, Mind provides advice, support, and services for those with mental health challenges. Spring Health is a comprehensive mental health solution for organizations offering employees personalized, evidence-based mental health care. BetterHelp is an online platform that provides direct-to-consumer access to mental health services. It connects users with licensed therapists for counseling via text, voice, and video sessions. Talkspace (similar to BetterHelp) offers online therapy with licensed therapists, making mental health services more accessible and convenient. Headspace (initially a meditation app) expanded to offer many resources to improve mental health, including mindfulness exercises and sleep aids. Spirence is a mental health literacy platform for workplaces providing tools for employees and their families. The company combines virtual solutions with direct care experience to promote psychological well-being in the workplace. Please add to the conversation if you know of any resources! #mentalhealth #employeewellness ——- 👋🏽 Hi, I'm Vee, your quintessential go-to for all things #people #culture and #performance. Interested in working together to humanize your workplace to prioritize and support employee wellbeing? DM me!
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It was a pleasure to be involved in Psychreg's latest article, discussing why poor mental health is the single biggest issue affecting business today. I believe employers nationwide should be taking a stronger approach to protecting the wellbeing of employees, and mentioned some measures that decision makers can put in place to ensure this. Read on in the article below! https://lnkd.in/e77AE9Q9 #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Mindset
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May is 𝘔𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘈𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 "A global pandemic paired with political and racial unrest in the United States really pushed mental health to the forefront. In 2022, it was such a pivotal year for mental health that the U.S. Surgeon General issued its first-ever report outlining what’s called the general framework for workplace well-being and how companies can play a role in promoting and protecting mental health. The subject matter became so mainstream that President Biden, in a State of the Union address, called for making mental health services available to every American who needs them. If that weren’t enough, employers have even more reason to take prioritizing mental health more seriously as a 2022 workplace survey found 92.6% of employees experience mental health challenges that impact their work." https://lnkd.in/eAiaf5Hw There are hundred's of ways you can support your team and their mental well-being today. Pick one and begin to lean in! - Beef up your EAP program to include better access to therapeutic care - Reconsider your time off/sick day policy to ensure it is inclusive of those struggling - Consider some of the ways that your workplace can support lowering stress while at work Share well-being with an Administrator you know today! Connect@JoinPeakMind.com or 317 499 6879 to find time to demo today. https://lnkd.in/g3vmf5Ua #Hospital #Nurses #WellnessAct #StressRelief #FutureOfWork #MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #PeakAtWork #LetsPeak #WorkplaceWellbeing
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The journey to mental wellness doesn’t end with in-patient treatment. It’s what happens afterwards that is crucial for sustained recovery. Navigating the healthcare system effectively ensures individuals receive the right ongoing services to support their mental health. Here's how to access the right services after in-patient mental health care. https://lnkd.in/enipnCmw #bridgesupport #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery
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Leaders play a crucial role in reducing the stigma around mental health in the workplace. By creating a culture of psychological safety and normalizing conversations about mental health and building trust within the organization. #mentalhealthday #endthestigma #normalizementalhealth
Frontiers | Editorial: Break the mental health stigma: mental health in the workplace
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The journey to mental wellness doesn’t end with in-patient treatment. It’s what happens afterwards that is crucial for sustained recovery. Navigating the healthcare system effectively ensures individuals receive the right ongoing services to support their mental health. Read on to learn how to access the right services after in-patient mental health care. https://bit.ly/3xm1Sgt #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery #bridgesupport
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The journey to mental wellness doesn’t end with in-patient treatment. It’s what happens afterwards that is crucial for sustained recovery. Navigating the healthcare system effectively ensures individuals receive the right ongoing services to support their mental health. Read on to learn how to access the right services after in-patient mental health care. https://bit.ly/3xm1Sgt #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthrecovery #bridgesupport
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This article highlights the crisis point we are reaching with workplace mental health. Are you prioritizing resources and training to respond to this challenge? If not, what are you waiting for? Far too often, when speaking with potential clients of StigmaZero's unique workplace mental health training services, "lack of budget" is the reason cited for not moving forward. What this really means is there isn't a priority being placed on this vital topic – one which can literally be life and death. This may sound like an exaggeration, but every day people die by suicide who would otherwise have sought treatment if they weren't isolated by stigma. If you aren't investing in workplace mental health training, you are ignoring this crisis and simply hoping it doesn't impact you. Unfortunately, it will. It already is. And nothing will change unless the stigma still surrounding mental health and mental illness is eradicated – which won't happen without specialized training. Contact us at www.stigmazero.com or send me a DM if you would like to learn how StigmaZero can help your workplace deal with this very real and present crisis. You owe it to your employees, as well as your shareholders (because investing in our training will increase both productivity and profitability, in addition to providing a vital resource to employees). https://lnkd.in/eXdEw6Ae
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