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In the Season 2 premiere of the Healthy Business Matters Podcast, hosts Nathan Baar and Dr. Andrew White kick off the new year by discussing a critical topic: Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and mental health. The hosts emphasize the importance of addressing mental health in the workplace and share insights into the challenges faced by professionals, especially in high-stress environments like nursing.

The hosts shed light on the underutilization of EAPs despite their potential effectiveness. They delve into the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly in healthcare professions, and the Barriers employees face in seeking help.

The episode stresses the need for employers to proactively address mental health issues and highlights the staggering cost associated with mental health illnesses. Nathan and Dr. White encourage business leaders to lead by example, sharing personal experiences with therapy and advocating for a culture of openness and vulnerability.

They discuss the transformative impact of therapy on personal and professional relationships and urge listeners, especially business leaders, to explore mental health resources available to them.

In wrapping up the episode, Nathan and Dr. White emphasize the importance of leaders being vocal advocates for mental health and actively engaging with available resources. They encourage listeners to take action, try out mental health solutions, and foster a workplace culture that prioritizes employee well-being.

Article: https://www.healthjoy.com/blog/benefits/mental-health/eap-program-utilization

Nurses Saving Nurses: http://nursessavingnurses.com/