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Throughout the workweek, mental health often becomes a lower priority compared to phone calls, emails, deadlines, and projects. Upper level managers and business executives experience a lot of stress and pressure as they make big decisions that can affect the success of the organization. Depression and anxiety can develop in many ways, but did youRead More

Twelve step groups, such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), have become an incredibly powerful option for many in their journey to recovery, as they provide individuals the opportunity to meet others who can guide them through their challenges and successes. However, these types of groups are often based on a religious foundation, which does not alwaysRead More

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 1 in 4 people throughout the world have a mental illness. Nearly two thirds of people don’t seek help for these concerns, however – and it can have a major impact on not only their personal life, but their professional life, too. As the Washington Post states,Read More

As an employer or upper-level manager, it’s important to understand the implications of substance abuse in the workplace so that you can ensure policies and practices promote recovery. Many businesses do not take this into consideration, as they view it as a “personal” or “outside” issue that doesn’t affect actual work performance. Unfortunately, this couldn’tRead More

Psychiatrists and psychologists face daily challenges when it comes to providing care for patients with mental health concerns. Each client has unique needs, which creates a complex dynamic for medical and mental professionals alike to work with. As these providers strive to achieve client satisfaction and support services, this type of pressure and stress canRead More

One person shared their personal story via the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI); here is an excerpt from their story: “…I was only capable of seeing my weaknesses. I felt inadequate and anxious around people. I wanted to share my heavy heart, but didn’t know who I could trust…Shame followed me like a dark cloudRead More

In the medical field, there are strict requirements that students must meet to obtain their status as a dentist. Licensure by the state, plus residency, is often required, which means that students in dental school must complete rigorous testing and preparation for their future career. This in-depth training can be very stressful for students, withRead More

The medical field is considered one of the toughest professions on the market, and doctors are right in the limelight as they experience high amounts of pressure and stress on a daily basis. Family questions and demands, decisions to be made, and medical team to lead can all take a major toll on the mentalRead More

Medical professionals such as nurses, doctors, and first responders face a variety of medical concerns each day, with exposure to various ailments, including mental illness. As professionals who provide care and support services, there comes into question the help that is sought if a medical professional experiences symptoms of mental illness themselves – what areRead More

Mental illness does not discriminate, but certain occupations can provide unique challenges that make a person exceptionally susceptible to developing a mental illness. As Harvard Medical School indicates, symptoms of mental illness may cause absenteeism, but lost productivity is often the biggest cost to organizations. If symptoms go unrecognized, a mental illness can disrupt notRead More