There is no ignoring the recent statistics about mental health and its affect on employees. As leaders and employers, there is an obligation to offer support and understanding in their time of need. A lot can be done and a little support and compassion to those who are suffering goes a very long way.
1 In 5 Employees Has A Mental Health Problem: Here’s What Business Leaders Can Do About It
As a psychotherapist, I often get an inkling into which local businesses promote good mental health and which ones don’t based on who comes into my office. Companies who glorify a workaholic mentality or those who have abusive leadership, for example, often have multiple employees engaged in treatment for mental health problems. Of course, due to confidentiality rules, employees have no idea their co-workers-sometimes half of their team-are in treatment as well.
