Mental Health in the Workplace

Mental health conditions and stress are connected to many leading causes of disease and disability in society. As many as 1 in 5 adults experience a mental health condition each year, and depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide (National Alliance on Mental Illness).

Protecting mental well-being is important for physical health, social wellness, and productivity. There are many factors in the workplace that influence the mental wellness of individual employees. Understanding and addressing factors that affect people’s mental wellness at work have several benefits, for both the workers and organization.

Managing Mental Health in the Workplace

Managing Stress - Stress can be frequent and intense. Finding effective ways to deal with stress is crucial to living well.

Stress Screener and Mental Health Screening - Use this questionnaire and other tools to determine the degree of stress you are experiencing.

Stress and Your Health - Find out more about causes of stress, how it affects your health and learn ways to take care of your body.

Chronic Stress and Health

Chronic or long-term stress can cause harmful health conditions to your immune or digestive system, cardiovascular health, and reproductive system.

Over time the strain on the body from stress may lead to serious health conditions. Chronic stress can raise blood pressure, triggering heart attacks and strokes, diabetes, and anxiety. 

Fitness 4Mind4Body: Diet and Nutrition - The quality of food you eat can impact your overall physical and mental health. Eating nutritious foods can go a long way toward achieving a healthy lifestyle, so make every bite count.

Tobacco Free Florida - Smoking Cessation programs can benefit employees by improving their health and benefit organizations by reducing breaktimes and health care costs. Get resources and support to quit smoking.