A recent Businessolver survey shows half of workers have experienced a mental health issue during the past year, according to Safety+Health magazine. Additionally, 55% of CEOs reported having a mental health issue during the past 12 months, which is up from 31% the previous year.
On behalf of Businessolver, a benefits and human resources technology company, researchers surveyed more than 3,000 workers, CEOs and human resources personnel.
The survey also found 60% percent of female respondents said they experienced a mental health issue compared with 40% of male respondents. In addition, nearly twice as many Generation Z respondents (65%) reported a mental health issue compared with baby boomers (38%).
Ninety percent of all respondents agreed it is important for senior leadership to openly discuss mental health issues. However, 81% of CEOs, 72% of HR workers and 67% of employees agreed or strongly agreed that organizations “view someone with mental health issues as weak or a burden.”
“We commend the CEOs who took part in this study for approaching it with honesty and openness, particularly given the persistent stigma that surrounds mental health,” said Businessolver President and CEO Jon Shanahan. “The more leaders are in touch with and willing to share their own struggles, the greater opportunity for empathy across the organization.”
Did you know NRCA offers mental health resources? Visit NRCA’s Mental Health webpage to learn more.
