How Business Leaders Can Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace

How Business Leaders Can , Prioritize Mental Health , in the Workplace.
'Newsweek' reports that the COVID pandemic
took a clear toll on the collective mental
health of people living in the United States.
According to the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention,
2021 saw suicide rates rise by 4%.
From April 2020 to April 2021, , the rates of anxiety and depression, quadrupled.
Here are some things that 'Newsweek' recommends
for business owners and managers looking to emphasize
the importance of mental health in the workplace.
Set the tone, Adopt behaviors that encourage improved mental health.
Avoid unnecessary anxiety by practicing
patience, actively listening and striving to build
strong connections within your team.
Create a safe environment, Help remove the stigma around depression
and anxiety by allowing employees to
feel comfortable discussing their mental health.
Create a safe environment, Help remove the stigma around depression
and anxiety by allowing employees to
feel comfortable discussing their mental health.
Policies and practices, Help employees manage their mental health by considering programs that provide support.
This can include offering flex time or work-from-home
options, PTO packages with "mental health days" and
encouraging employees to take advantage of benefits.
'Newsweek' reports that taking an interest in the
mental health of employees can not only reduce
turnover, but also help ensure your team's success