How to Encourage Employees to Use Mental Health Benefits
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December 03, 2021
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Stephen Miller, SHRM
Employers can do better when it comes to educating employees about using the mental health resources available to them—a message that is especially important given the increased stress employees are facing due to the lingering COVID-19 pandemic, HR advisors say.
As employees choose their benefits for the upcoming year during open enrollment season and take time to reflect on the year ahead during the holidays, they may be receptive to communication about underutilized mental health benefits.
Despite growing concerns about mental health and increased interest in mental health resources, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) remain unfamiliar to many employees.