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
Anxiety is quite sneaky at times, and can show up when you least expect for it to. Anxious thoughts may trickle in right before a presentation or a meeting, and can slowly work their way into thought patterns riddled with doubts and uncertainties before you can get a firm grasp on them. If we don’tRead More
CEOs, executives, upper-level managers and employees at large are at greater risk for mental health concerns when work-life balance is not supported. Upper-level positions in particular may face greater challenge with this, as their role typically requires more time and pressure to meet work responsibilities. Work-life balance isn’t an equal distribution, but rather a fluidRead More
A person shared their story of living with bipolar disorder (BPD) on the American Psychiatric Association’s (APA) page. Here is an excerpt from their story: “I’m…a wife, a mother of four, and a nurse. I have been an RN for 10 years…it took me years to admit something was wrong. I was embarrassed. I’m the nurse.Read More
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can affect nearly every aspect of daily life, and can be especially debilitating if left untreated. The pressure of work-related responsibilities may seem particularly heavy if PTSD is involved, as symptoms can make it difficult to remain concentrated, organized, and calm. Whether you’ve experienced a traumatic event firsthand, have witnessed aRead More
Bullying is most often discussed in the context of schools, but workplaces are just as likely to struggle with this issue. Often much subtler and covert, workplace bullying behaviors may include verbal, nonverbal, psychological abuse, physical abuse, and/or humiliation. Forbes Magazine highlights several costs that businesses experience as a result of workplace bullying: As anRead More
Note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. According to the American Dental Association’s (ADA) 2015 Health and Wellness Survey, a total of 11% of dentists surveyed were diagnosed with depression, 6% were diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, and 4% were suffering from panic attacks.Read More
A career comes with certain challenges and demands that are unique to the professional’s role. CEOs, executives, and other high-level professionals are faced with much pressure as their success depends on deadlines, meetings, projects, and responsibilities that cannot be dismissed. Mental illness brings an added layer of complexity to one’s career, as symptoms can affectRead More
Pounding heartbeat, chest pains, dizziness, tingling in the hands, arms, feet, or legs, sweaty palms, jumpiness, fear of losing control, and more can all take place when a panic attack is on the move. We can’t control when we have a panic attack, and the workplace is never where you want it to be. AsRead More
