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[ MARKETS ] BUSINESS
Supporting
employees'
mental health
Employers can help shift
post-pandemic priorities from
surviving to thriving.
by Courtney Patt
A
S COMPANIES CONTINUE TO NAVIGATE THE COVID-19
pandemic, many have been reflecting on the year that was-
or perhaps wasn't. For a vast number of folks, priorities have
shifted from simply surviving to remaining strong in the face of
what has passed and what is to come.
Mental health remains a critical issue
Stress continues to be an issue for many employees. Stress can
lead to anxiety, particularly if an employee is already predisposed
to having some form of anxiety disorder. It's the feeling of dread or
an undefined restlessness, and it can result in feeling tense, fatigued,
depressed or sick with headaches and stomachaches.
Employees who suffer from mental health issues are no different
from those who have physical problems or an illness that requires
treatment. And it's not something they-or employers-can afford
to ignore. Given that one in five American adults report living with a
mental health challenge, these issues must be recognized and treated.
So, what can employers do to help employees cope?
Provide fundamental support
Employers can provide fundamental support to employees that
can have an immediate effect on their well-being. These include:
* Understand the effects of mental health disorders and be
a mental health advocate. Create an environment that
encourages individuals to talk about mental health and make
it okay to seek support. By taking the time to educate yourself
on mental health, you will be more comfortable and confident
in supporting someone.
* Be empathetic. Demonstrate that you truly understand and
are able to share an employee's feelings. If someone says he or
she is feeling overwhelmed, in crisis or depressed, make sure
you acknowledge those feelings. Don't minimize them or try to
pass them off as unimportant. Even if they don't sound like big
problems to you, they are to that individual.
* Listen before you talk. Whether an employee is expressing
a problem or an idea, you should listen with an open mind
and make the person feel valued. You don't have to solve your
employees' problems; you simply have to make sure they feel
heard. Listening also helps generate connections with others
and lets them know you have their backs. Once the employee
has finished talking, summarize what you heard and ask
questions to make sure you understand. Then, if it makes
sense, point the person to possible solutions.
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