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The rise of employee assistance programs during COVID-19
By Grace Ferguson
Originally designed to address the negative effects of alcohol abuse on productivity and organizational performance, employee assistance programs (EAPs) have evolved immensely since their inception. Today, EAPs are structured to manage a wide range of complex issues surrounding employee mental health. Though employers have been ramping up their EAP initiatives for some time now, it’s the COVID-19 pandemic that’s catapulting this workplace benefit to greater heights.
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Workplace absenteeism a minefield of lies: Study
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A survey of 1,000 U.S. workers found that 96% have lied about their reasons for taking a sick day, and of those, only 27% regretted their fib and 41% said they’d do it again. Of those who lied, 91% said they never get caught, according to the survey conducted by career blog Zety.com, which released its findings recently.
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The unintended consequences of social distancing
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Human beings are social creatures. We rely on each other not only for the goods and services we need for the physical basics of food, shelter and clothing, but also for the emotional basics we need, such as compassion, understanding, friendship and love. As the weeks of lockdown and self-quarantining from the COVID-19 virus have extended into months, and as the pandemic hits its half-year mark this month with no end in sight, it’s becoming evident that while we’ve made great strides in protecting people from a deadly virus, we’ve inadvertently exposed far too many people to other unhealthy environments.
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Workers aren't getting screened for depression—and it’s costing employers
Human Resource Executive
Although depression risk is soaring for employees, the vast majority aren’t getting the screening and care they need—and it’s costing employers big time. New research from the Integrated Benefits Institute finds that proper screening for depression, as well as some cancers and chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and obesity, is lagging among employees.
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Pandemic's emotional hammer hits hard
NPR
Nearly a quarter of people in the United States are experiencing symptoms of depression, according to a study published Wednesday. That's nearly three times the number before the COVID-19 pandemic began. And those with a lower income, smaller savings and people severely affected by the pandemic — either through a job loss, for example, or by the death of a loved one — are more likely to be bearing the burden of these symptoms.
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Committing to diversity and inclusion means addressing common microaggressions
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For Black Americans and employees from diverse backgrounds, an incessant hurdle toward career success and workplace well-being are the subtle digs or putdowns that many workers still endure. So-called microaggressions are characterized as insults and slights against marginalized groups. While not overtly racist like other forms of discrimination, microaggressions are “mini disasters that accumulate,” according to Chester M. Pierce, a Harvard professor who coined the term in the 1970s.
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Exposure to workplace sexual harassment linked to an increased risk of suicidal behavior
BMJ via ScienceDaily
Workers who have been exposed to sexual harassment in their workplace are at greater risk of suicide and attempting suicide, finds a study published by The BMJ today. The authors say their findings suggest that workplace interventions focusing on the social side of the work environment could help reduce suicide.
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Can Google search help us understand mental health?
Psychology Today
It's a very personal relationship; our computers may know more about us than our closest friends and family—especially Google. From medical ailments to simple questions, our search histories say a lot about what’s keeping us up at night. What if we can use that data to inform clinical care for mental health issues?
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At start of school season, working parents seek employer flexibility and support
HR Dive
Working parents considering back-to-school plans for their children seek flexibility from their employers, but some aren't receiving it, according to an Aug. 14 Monster survey. The survey found that 27% of parents did not agree when asked if their company supported them during back-to-school season, according to data Monster sent HR Dive in an email.
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As jobless rates climb, study finds financial stress greatly ups suicide risk
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As millions of people struggle with economic hardships during the coronavirus pandemic, a new study shows that financial stressors may make people up to 20 times more likely to attempt suicide. The research suggests that mental health providers should consider financial problems when deciding how best to help those who are hurting.
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63% of in-office employees have COVID stress
Small Business Trends
A significant number of in-office employees (63%) say they experience COVID-19 related stress according to Paychex. The survey highlights the impact the pandemic has on the mental health of the American workforce.
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