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Mental Health at Work. Objectives:. Discuss mind, body and soul interaction to achieve balance. Develop communication strategies to successfully manage conflict in the workplace. Identify community resources Recognize the signs of workplace stress and anxiety including job burnout. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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www.mhand.org
April 21, 2023
Mental Healthat Work
www.mhand.org
April 21, 2023
Objectives:
1. Discuss mind, body and soul interaction to achieve balance.
2. Develop communication strategies to successfully manage conflict in the workplace.
3. Identify community resources 4. Recognize the signs of workplace stress and
anxiety including job burnout.
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Note: The information contained in this presentation and being presented is provided for general knowledge and education. It is not intended as a replacement for advice from a medical professional.
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TheConnection+ Workers’ Mental Health
+ The Work Environment
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“Health” is a complete state of:
Physical
Well-being(body)
+ Mental
Well-being
(mind)
also referred to as
Emotional Healthor
Mental Health
+ Social
Well-being
(soul)
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Our “Mental Health”
It has to do with how we function mentally. It affects productive activities, fulfilling relationships with others, and the ability to adapt to change and cope with adversity.
Our brain is an organ just like our heart, liver, kidneys – it can get “sick” and suffer from a mental health condition (mental illness)
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Our Mental Health and Work
Our mental health affects our ability to: Think and be productive Be creative and innovative Establish positive relationships with
coworkers Adapt to an ever-changing work
environment Cope with adversity
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Basically, Work is Enjoyable
Provides structure Opportunity to socialize Provides a sense of accomplishment Is a source of happiness
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Downsizing Mergers Restructuring Doing more with less Change Layoffs Higher expectations More demands More pressure
The Ever-Changing WorkplaceCan be a Jungle
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Each year, in a typical office of 20 people, 4 will suffer from a mental health condition
1 million employees miss work each day due to work stress
Economy loses billions of dollars to mental health conditions each year
As a Result…
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COST TO EMPLOYERS Untreated mental disorders impact workforce productivity and affect the company bottom line.
Mental illness and substance abuse annually cost employers in indirect costs an estimated $80 to $100 billion. 1 Individuals who are depressed but not receiving care for the condition consume two to four times the healthcare resources of other enrollees. 1 More workers are absent from work because of stress and anxiety than because of physical illness or injury. 2
Mental illness short-term disability claims are growing by 10% annually and can account for 30% or more of the corporate disability experience for the typical employer. 2
1An Employer’s Guide to Behavioral Health Services, National Business Group on Health, December 2005 2 Marlowe JF: Depression’s Surprising Toll on Worker Productivity, Employee Benefits Journal, March 2002, pp. 16-20.
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HIDDEN COSTS
•Employees with depression cost employers $44 billion per year in lost productive time. 1
•More days of work loss and work impairment are caused by mental illness than many other chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and arthritis. 2
•Individuals with depression are about twice as likely to develop coronary artery disease, twice as likely to have a stroke, and more than four times as likely to die within six months from a myocardial infarction. 3
1Stewart WF et al: Cost of Lost Productive Work Time Among U.S. Workers with Depression. JAMA, June 18, 2003, pp. 3135- 3144. Employer’s Guide to Behavioral Health Services, National Business Group on Health, December 2005 3Sederer LI et al: Integrating Care for Medical and Mental Illnesses. Preventing Chronic Disease, April 2006
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As a Result…
Increased employee absenteeism Increased tardiness Increased turnover Diminished productivity Performance problems/issues Safety concerns/potential work
accidents These all have a negative effect on a
business’ s bottom line.
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The Workplace CanSometimes Lead to:
+ Stress (+ Job Burnout)
+ Anxiety
+ Depression
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Stress is a part of life, it’s allaround us
Dealing with it successfully is necessary for adaptationand growth
A Necessary Evil? Maybe.
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Why We Feel Stressed
A combination of what is happening to us both on and off the job – each of us has individual factors
Try to balance work, family, friends/community, and self needs
Try to be all things to all people – “do it all”
Information overload/too many choices A rapidly changing world (technology,
terrorism – we’re forced to adapt)
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Stress-Causing Work Conditions
Heavy workload/too many hats/rapid change/unrealistic deadlines
Hectic and routine tasks that have little meaning or tasks that do not utilize workers’ skills or capabilities
Inability to make your own decisions Job insecurity/lack of opportunity for
growth Uncertain/conflicting job expectations
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Stress-Causing Work Conditions
Isolation Long work hours/shift work Poor employer communication Relationships (management, supervisors,
coworkers, and subordinates) Physical conditions (noise, air quality,
personal space, equipment, ergonomic problems)
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Signs of Stress
Feeling constantly overwhelmed Strained relationships “Little things” set us off frequently Headache Sleep disturbances/changes High blood pressure Withdrawal Memory loss
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Signs of Stress
Lack of concentration Poor job performance Changes in appetite Low self-esteem Nervousness Upset stomach Cold hands and feet – caused by
poor circulation
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Stress is a contributing factor in 80% of major illnesses:
Immune system is weakened, making us more susceptible to ailments
Cancer/ulcers Heart disease/diabetes Skin disorders Workplace injury And also, suicide.
The newest research shows that chronic stress can actually double our risk of having a heart attack
Stress and Your Physical Health
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Job Burnout: A Reaction to Stress
It can leave you feeling: Powerless Hopeless Fatigued Drained Frustrated
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Factors Related to Job Burnout
Overworked/too many responsibilities Underappreciated Resentful about duties that are not
commensurate with pay Confused about expectations and
priorities Concerned about job security
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Early Warning Signs of Job Burnout
Dread of going to work in the morning You care less than you used to about
your job Chronic fatigue – exhaustion,
tiredness, a sense of being physically run down
Cynicism, negativity, and irritability Anger at those making demands
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How Do You Score?Take a Burnout Inventory.
Visit this web site:http://www.lessons4living.com
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Anxiety
It’s o.k. to experience “normal anxious feelings”
Almost everyone experiences anxiety from time to time
A normal reaction to stress Is a worried, uptight feeling Typically, it goes away when the
triggering event is over May grow out of a conflict between what
we would like to do and what we think we should do
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Anxiety: When it’s a Problem
When it becomes an excessive, irrational dread of everyday situations
Interferes with daily activities When excessive fear or worry are out
of proportion to the situation Difficult to control These feelings are more intense and
last longer than normal feelings of anxiety
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What is Depression?
A medical disorder with a biological and chemical basis
It affects thoughts, moods, feelings, behavior, and even physical health
Depression is the second leading cause of disability in the U.S. (ischemic heart disease is #1)
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Factors that Contribute to Depression
Stressful life events (death, lossof job)
Environmental factors (continuous exposure to violence, neglect, abuse, disasters, or poverty)
Personality (low self-esteem) and personality traits (positive or negative)
Trauma/biochemistry/genetics/medications/or no trigger at all
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Signs of Depression
Persistent feelings of sadness or anxiety
Loss of interest or pleasure in usual activities/withdrawal
Insomnia or oversleeping Trouble concentrating/making
decisions/thinking clearly – problems with memory
Persistent negative view of yourself, your situation, and the future
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Signs of Depression
Loss of energy or increased fatigue Thoughts of death, dying, or suicide
Note: Signs take different forms for different age groups.
Brochures are available in the back of the room on the these topics.
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How YouCan Cope
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Help Give Stress the Boot
Proper diet, exercise, and sleep Set realistic goals Talk with others – it helps restore your
energy Help others – connect with a cause or
community group Take steps to try to recognize your own
personal symptoms of stress Look at your lifestyle – see what can be
changed Have some fun – take time for you
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Stomp Out Burnout
Identify the job concerns that make you feel stressed
Talk to your supervisor about your concerns/changing job responsibilities
Focus on positive aspects Learn effective time management Improve your coping skills. Take the
test at http://discoveryhealth.queendom.com/coping_short_access.html
Look at other job/career options
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Use facts to deal with anxiety – they help “quiet” your mind and help you regain control
Medications Psychotherapy (“talk therapy”)
Dealing With Anxiety
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Getting Beyond Depression
Seek medical help for an accurate diagnosis
Medications Psychotherapy (“talk therapy”) Re-establish harmony or balance
within the body and in the lifestyle: aromatherapy; vitamins; and proper diet, exercise, and sleep
Note: Visit www.mhand.org to take a free online depression screening.
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Handling Workplace Situations“We’re all in this together.”
Remember that everyone reacts differently to situations and stress and may have different levels of flexibility
If you find yourself upset in a situation, try to remain calm so a more productive conversation can occur – if that’s not possible, explain that you need to step away. Always remember your body language.
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“We’re all in this together.”
Addressing office gossip: walk away, change the subject, state “I’m not comfortable talking about other people…”
Communication: Offer ideas for improved communication at work. Be part of the solution.
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“We’re all in this together.”
Dealing with someone who’s angry: Make a friendly gesture (sit down, glass
of water, visit in private) Validate their feelings (“I can see why
you might think that…” show you care) Listen (Wait for them to finish, say “So,
what I hear you saying is…”) State your position in a manner that
neither takes blame nor throws it (“I’m sorry this situation has made you so upset…”In the future, I will try to….”)
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“We’re all in this together.”
The “office bully" who makes trouble: ignore them, talk to your supervisor and document inappropriate behavior, or address the person in a calm and self-assured way
The “Oops”, “I can’t believe I did that!”: address the issue timely, sincerely, and appropriately – then move on
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Talk About It
Break down the barriers that prevent you from seeking treatment
Remember, asking for help is not a sign of weakness – taking care of ourselves is a sign of strength
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Getting Help
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Your Human Resources Department Your primary care provider A spiritual or religious
leader/counselor Mental Health America
of North Dakota:Dial 2-1-1 or visit www.mhand.org
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Calls are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL It’s for everyday needs and in times of
crisis Serves as a “one-stop-shop” connecting
people to health and human services information (our complete database of resources is on the web at ww.mhand.org – just click below the 2-1-1 logo)
Is staffed 24/7 by call center specialists Serves all North Dakotans statewide Resource Library (over 1,500 titles) online
at www.mhand.org
Dial 2-1-1
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Questions
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PO Box 4106 – Bismarck ND 58502-4106www.mhand.org
Phone: 2-1-1 or 1-800-472-2911
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