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As employers think about the future of work, the topic of employee mental health is becoming a business imperative. Considering industry research shows that half of employees "strongly" or "somewhat agree" their mental health and wellbeing can negatively impact their work performance, making mental health a priority among workplace policies is more important than ever.
Stressors — including finances, shifts in workplace culture exacerbated by the pandemic, politics and even the weather — are having a real impact on employee mental health. As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, now presents an opportune time to increase awareness about the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans' lives. There is also an opportunity to help employers rethink and optimize their workplace mental health offerings. Here are a few considerations to keep in mind.
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