Eating disorders are becoming an increasingly prevalent condition, with a report for the Strategic Training Initiative for the Prevention of Eating Disorders and the Academy for Eating Disorders reporting that 8%* of US adults reported to have one in their lifetime (although the true picture is likely much higher) and BEAT, the national eating disorder … Continue reading “How to support employees with an eating disorder”
Workplace wellness is big business these days, but it can be hard to know how to look after the physical and mental health of our employees. It’s essential to not just jump on the bandwagon of corporate wellness trends, but know which ones to prioritize how to support individuals in your organization with a variety … Continue reading “The corporate wellness trends you need to be aware of in 2024 – and how to use them effectively”
How being a parent affects mental health Having a child, or bringing one up, can be challenging. As well as affecting routine, finances and career, there can be significant impacts on parents’ mental health. At the most severe scale, the World Health Organization estimates that about 10% of pregnant women and 13% of women who … Continue reading “Parents and mental health – 8 ways employers can support parental mental health”
With the Great Resignation being an ongoing economic trend since 2021, it would be wise to pause for a moment and reflect on what could possibly cause such a mass exodus of the workforce at a global scale. While there are numerous reasons cited for this attrition with the pandemic being a root cause, prioritizing … Continue reading “How to measure wellbeing at work and why it’s important today”
The fast past nature of the modern workplace, with deadlines, competing priorities, stakeholder needs and constant communication means that workplace stressors are taking their toll on the physical wellbeing and mental health of employees. We may not be able to avoid some workplace stress, but we can manage how we bounce back from it. That’s … Continue reading “Workplace resilience: Why it’s important and 7 ways to build resilience at work”
Company culture is the set of values, beliefs, behaviors, customs, and social norms that shape the way employees interact and work together within an organization. A strong company culture, aligned to the company’s mission, can have a significant impact on the overall success and performance of a business. It can improve employee engagement, increase productivity, … Continue reading “How to improve company culture: 11 effective practices to implement today”
Mental health is a hot topic, and we all want to manage our wellbeing. Many employers are now aware of the importance of supporting their employees with mental health. Which mental health apps can you be sure actually make a difference? Both businesses and employees are looking for the best mental health apps to support … Continue reading “Best mental health apps for employees”
Post-pandemic life has sparked serious, record-breaking anxiety and depression levels within our workforce and the broader nation. Employees are looking to employers to offer mental health support for themselves and their families to promote sustainable and healthy lifestyles inside and outside of work. 116 million adults in the US—more than the number affected by heart … Continue reading “How to Relieve Employee Chronic Pain (and the Associated Costs)”
Innovations in digital health technology are challenging traditional bricks-and-mortar care in terms of costs, accessibility, and quality through new data insights. The enduring and continuously growing challenges to breaking down the many barriers associated with access to care are at last being remedied by new virtual care approaches that provide a better experience for everyone … Continue reading “Challenges (& Solutions) to Scaling Mental Health Benefit Programs”
Over the last few years, digital mental health tools have seen a steady rise. The COVID-19 pandemic saw significant growth in digital health solutions. By definition, digital mental health is understood as any application of digital health technology for mental health assessment, support, prevention, and treatment. This includes teletherapy, video conferencing, and mobile applications that … Continue reading “Why digital mental health solutions are on the rise”
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