Mental Health Matters in Your Workplace!

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Mental Health Matters in Your Workplace!

Depression and Anxiety Disorders are common in all work environments, affecting white collar workers as well as blue collar workers. When mental health is ignored in the workplace, employers see problems with on the job concentration, absenteeism and rising healthcare costs. Employers witness increased productivity and morale in employees who take care of their health.

In a typical workplace of 20 employees, four will likely develop a mental illness each year. White collar workers are more likely to access care than blue collar workers. Help is available to address these problems in the workplace. Contact your Employee Assistance Program or Human Resources Department for more information or you can contact us at 865-584-9125 for treatment referral.