Modeling Compassion to Reduce Mental Health Stigma

• By: David L. Putney, MS, CRC, LMHC New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH)
• April 18th, 2023
• active listening, compassion, empathy, mental health, mental health stigma, Spring 2023 Issue, workplace
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I grew up believing that I lived in a perfect family, including my grandparents’ generation. In a way, this provided a sense of safety and positivity in my world. As I grew older, I came to know about relatives who struggled with depression and anxiety. I also learned of individual and family...

From the Desk of Dr. Max: The Impact of Employee Depression in the Workplace

• By: Mansour (Max) Banilivy, PhD WellLife Network
• October 11th, 2022
• depression, emotional health and wellness, employee assistance programs, Fall 2022 Issue, workplace
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Although the impact of emotional health challenges is well documented in the literature, its impact and consequences for the workforce and the work environment is ever increasing and prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Four out of ten adults reported symptoms of anxiety and depression during...