As employers think about the future of work, it's clear the topic of employee mental health is becoming a business imperative, especially in the wake of COVID-19 and its unprecedented stressors. According to the World Health Organization, in the first year of the pandemic, global prevalence of anxiety and depression increased by 25%.
As a result, Americans are looking for help, and many are expecting their employer to provide the mental health benefit offerings they need. For example, industry research shows that more than three-quarters of employees (76%) believe their employer has a responsibility in ensuring they are mentally healthy and emotionally well. Therefore, with mental health top of mind for employees, there are opportunities for employers to consider as they rethink their mental health offerings.
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