Business Wire June 22, 2021
- New research finds 70% of employers report mental health challenges among their employees, 52% also report substance misuse or addiction, while 72% say mental health stigma blocks care
- The Hartford and the National Alliance on Mental Illness urge employers to act now to raise awareness, dispel stigma and help more Americans access treatment
New research from The Hartford, a leading provider of workers’ compensation and disability insurance, found 70% of employers now recognize employee mental health is a significant workplace issue, and 72% said stigma associated with mental illness prevents U.S. workers from seeking help. Also, 52% of employers said they are experiencing significant or severe...