Deloitte recently released the 2022 Summer Fortune/Deloitte CEO Survey. The survey includes his 115 leaders in 15 industries who have responded to a wide range of challenges as a result of the myriad crises we face as a global community. And there are many. Key concerns include finding talent, dealing with market anxiety and uncertainty, inflation, disruptions in supply chains, and striving to stay positive. While most CEOs remain stable in their personal health, it’s clear that pessimism is on the rise. In general, we’re expected to keep a constant beacon of hope alive, but we CEOs have to admit that we’re human and not as bulletproof as we’d like to be. . In the face of a staggering economic recession and the ‘great resignation’ (4.53 million Americans out of work as of November 2021), it’s important to take care of our mental health. And just as importantly, it’s about your employees.
There are dozens of such studies and reports from the International Foundation for Employee Benefits Planning, highlighting the growing mental health problems among U.S. workers. More than four-fifths (88%) of organizations feel their employees are more stressed now than they were before the pandemic.
- 53% suffer from depression
- 48% suffer from an anxiety disorder
- 32% are sleep deprived
- 22% are alcoholics
- 20% have ADHD
- 19% are addicted to prescription drugs
- 18% suffer from PTSD
- 17% rely on non-prescription drugs
When asked about the barriers that prevent employees from reaching out to address mental health issues, 36% are concerned that it will affect their job security and 35% are concerned about confidentiality. and 29% are not ready to take the first step towards addressing the problem. This is the toughest. Coming from Israel, I was amazed that the US healthcare system was such a mess. Despite accounting for 20% of GDP, he has one of the worst health systems among high-income countries. For the first time in nearly 100 years, life expectancy is shrinking, creating an unprecedented opioid crisis. I believe the cause of these problems is the separation between providers and insurance companies. This separation creates a conflict of interest between all parties. Many healthcare providers are focusing on revenue and defaulting to the most expensive solutions while premiums are peaking.
It should come as no surprise that more employees now consider comprehensive health care coverage and benefits as a deal maker or breaker. A 2022 report found that healthcare-related benefits are a top priority for 88% of surveyed employers. Additionally, mental health coverage in 2022 has reached a new high of 91% he in 2022 since the COVID-19 pandemic, with increasing benefits such as telemedicine and telemedicine.
Telemedicine can be a silver lining, especially for employees facing mental health challenges. Visits can be conducted online at a place and time that the patient is most comfortable with, without worrying about confidentiality issues. Usually it starts with her first online questionnaire as part of a holistic mental health assessment. This evaluation will be passed on to a board-certified physician. Then, in as little as 24 hours, you will be on a video call and your doctor will provide you with a diagnosis and treatment plan. If necessary, the doctor can prescribe and guide the patient’s medication treatment. There are various telemedicine providers that offer counseling and therapy, as well as ongoing support for the following most common issues.
- Major depressive disorder (MDD depression)
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- panic disorder (including panic attacks)
- social anxiety disorder
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- insomnia
For years there has been no way to measure the progress of a patient’s mental health. But today, that is changing with Enhanced Evidence-Based Care (EEBC). By completing a series of scientifically-validated questionnaires before the first appointment and throughout the treatment process, physicians can measure progress and provide the best possible care. Clinical studies have repeatedly found EEBC methods to be up to twice as effective as usual care. Most progressive board-certified psychiatrists use this her EEBC method.
Employers who put mental health first understand the overall benefits to physical health. As most of us now know, mental stress leads to high blood pressure, high blood pressure, a weakened immune system, digestive and reproductive problems, and an increased risk of heart attack. heart attack rates are soaring, especially in the under-40s group. In fact, in the US he has one of hers a heart attack every 34 seconds.
We often put mental health last on a long list. However, as a leader, it is important to lead by example. Healthy organizations are far better in times of market uncertainty. It’s just common sense. The mental and physical health of employees as well as managers is the key to the stability of an organization. A sense of well-being improves team function and performance. And this affects other aspects of life, from non-work economics to social and family. For businesses that haven’t embraced mental health benefits yet, there are platforms that make it affordable and easy to use even without insurance. So it’s worth warning about these options. You cannot sacrifice your health, mentally or physically. And there has never been a better time to engage in positive change.
Written by Abihai Sodori.
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