Breaking the Stigma

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Tips to Prioritize Mental Health

According to a report by the World Health Organization, depression and anxiety cost the global economy $1 trillion each year in lost productivity. Employees who experience mental illness are more likely to take sick days or leave their jobs altogether.

Research shows that investing in employee mental health has a positive impact on productivity and business success. According to a study by Deloitte, companies that prioritize mental wellness see a return of $4 for every $1 invested.

Additionally, employees who receive mental health support are more likely to be productive, engaged, and committed to their work.

By investing in mental wellness, employers can reduce absenteeism and turnover, ultimately benefiting business outcomes, improving their bottom line and creating a more positive work environment.

So what’s an employer to do?

Create a Positive Work Environment
Employers can create a positive work environment by promoting open communication, recognizing employees' achievements, and providing opportunities for professional development.

Work-Life Balance
Work-life balance can help employees better manage stress and reduce the risk of burnout. Employers can promote work-life balance by offering flexible work arrangements, such as remote work, flexible hours, or job sharing.

Train Managers to Recognize and Support Mental Health
Employers can provide training to help managers recognize signs of mental illness, approach employees about their concerns, and provide support and resources. Manager training can help reduce the stigma of mental illness and create a supportive workplace culture.

Normalize Mental Health Discussions
Encouraging employees to talk about their mental health can help reduce the stigma of mental illness and create a supportive workplace culture. Employers can promote mental health discussions by providing resources and information about mental health issues, offering training to managers and employees, and creating a safe and confidential environment for employees to discuss their mental health.

Provide Mental Health Resources
Providing mental health resources is essential for supporting employee mental wellness. Employers can offer a range of resources, including EAPs, mental health screening tools, and access to mental health professionals. Employers can also provide resources to help employees manage stress, such as mindfulness and meditation programs.

Affinity Can Support You
Mental health in the workplace is crucial for both employee wellness and business success. Affinity HR Group can help with your manager training, flexible work arrangements or workplace policies. Connect with us at 877-660-6400 or hello@AffinityHRGroup.com.

Mental Health Help
If you or anyone you know is experiencing mental health issues, NAMI has a helpline at 800-950-6264 or text “HelpLine” to 62640.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide or are experiencing a crisis, call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at their new number 988 or reach out at 988lifeline.org.

The Monday HR Minute, brought to you by Affinity HR Group, is designed to provide you with practical, applicable human resources and management advice and information. We believe that by dedicating just a few minutes a week to thinking about people management practices, business owners and managers can make enormous strides in improving workplace performance.

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