Why Black employees aren’t comfortable asking for mental health support

By Alyssa Place, This is my expertise
Published 3 Min Read

Black employees are stressed — but feel forced to stay silent.

The events of the past year have added emotional strain for Black and BIPOC employees, leading to increased instances of anxiety and depression. Half of Black employees said they have struggled with their mental health during the pandemic, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation, yet less than 5% have sought out care.

Alyssa Place
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Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio


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