It's Time to Take Workplace Mental Health Seriously
One in five Americans currently suffer from mental health conditions, more than those suffering from medical conditions like diabetes and heart disease. In 2013, the United States spent more on mental health care than it did on any other category of medical care, according to a study published last week in Health Affairs. We absolutely must take mental health out of the closet.
Last week, Walgreens Boots Alliance announced that it will expand its mental health services beyond simply filling prescriptions. Now, it will offer essential tools like screening and treatment, including teletherapy services. This is definitely something to cheer about during Mental Health Month—or in any month, really. A giant like Walgreens can give a huge boost to mental health awareness.
Why is awareness so crucial? Because one in five Americans currently suffer from mental health conditions, more than those suffering from medical conditions like diabetes and heart disease. In 2013, the United States spent more on mental health care than it did on any other category of medical care, according to a study published last week in Health Affairs.
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About the Author
Jan Bruce
At the height of her career, Jan Bruce realized that she was being pulled in so many directions – trying hard to balance being an executive, wife, and mother – and not feeling like she was performing optimally in any role. Instead of being excited and motivated, she was stressed out and approaching burnout. Jan knew she was not alone in feeling this way and recognized that stress was a big risk to both health and performance for much of the workforce. She had an epiphany: successful performance and behavior are influenced by the way we think, and lasting balance is only possible through self-awareness, self-management, critical thinking, and an overall commitment to our well-being.
This is what led to meQuilibrium's inception in 2011. Built upon proprietary, clinically validated science in the field of resilience, meQuilibrium is the first holistic SaaS-based cognitive performance platform built for organizations as they navigate the need for more innovative, agile workforces and integrated HR strategies that support the overall experience and well-being of their employees. The company's digital, interactive programs help employees and companies achieve measurable, deep-rooted results in well-being and performance by giving organizations the ability to predict problems and prescribe personalized solutions at global scale.
