Talking about mental health is never easy. Attempting to have that conversation within a professional setting with a manager can make it all the more daunting — but with the right guidance and mindset, it doesn’t have to add to employee stress.
Sixty-one percent of employees feel comfortable talking to their coworkers about their mental health, according to a 2021 white paper from insurance provider Maestro Health. That number drops to less than half when it comes to sharing the same struggles with their managers.
