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Mental health stigma: Why HR still has ‘a lot of work’ to do
- Gymnast Simone Biles, renowned for her Olympic achievements, has become a prominent advocate for mental health awareness, openly sharing her struggles and therapy journey.
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased rates of anxiety, depression, and substance use disorder globally, prompting employers to focus more on employee mental health support.
- Organizations have started breaking down mental health stigma through increased investments in mental health offerings and fostering open conversations about mental wellbeing.
- Despite initial efforts to address mental health stigma during the pandemic, ongoing mental health challenges persist, with many employees still feeling anxious or depressed.
- Companies like Iris Telehealth and Cityblock Health have launched initiatives to normalize discussions about mental health and create safe spaces for employees to share their experiences.
- HR plays a crucial role in reducing mental health stigma by staying informed about current events, measuring employee sentiment, and encouraging open discussions about mental health impact.
- To reduce stigma, HR and benefits leaders can share statistics on mental health, promote sharing personal stories, and focus on developing employees' skills for compassionate and nonjudgmental responses.
- Training managers to exhibit empathy and skills in supporting their teams can contribute to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes mental health and wellbeing.
- Encouraging open dialogue, offering support, and promoting mental health awareness remain essential for HR in addressing mental health stigma and supporting employees' holistic wellbeing.
- Amid lingering stigma and challenges, HR's ongoing efforts to create safe and supportive environments for mental health discussions are crucial for fostering a healthy workplace culture.
- Continued advocacy for mental health support, transparency, and understanding are necessary to combat stigma and ensure employees feel empowered to seek help when needed.
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