HBR Guide to Better Mental Health at Work (HBR Guide Series)

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The pandemic has highlighted our vulnerability, yet stigma around mental illness persists in the workplace. While it's straightforward to request time off for a physical injury, discussing a depressive episode remains challenging. Leaders face their own dilemmas, wanting to support their teams while navigating potential legal implications. With 1 in 4 adults experiencing mental health issues, workplaces are often unprepared to handle this reality. This guide compiles expert advice on various mental health challenges, from assisting someone in a panic attack to fostering supportive conversations and implementing systemic changes. Whether you’re dealing with a chronic condition or managing someone who is, you'll find practical strategies for establishing policies, offering resources, and reducing stigma. Learn how to effectively discuss mental health, disclose conditions, take disability leave, manage anxiety and depression, and support colleagues without overstepping boundaries. Additionally, discover ways to cultivate a more empathetic workplace culture and create employee resource groups to enhance support and connection among staff.