Overview
Employers today are facing a growing number of mental health challenges in the workplace. With the rise in mental health-related claims, employers must stay informed and compliant with federal and state laws including the ADA, FMLA, HIPAA, and civil rights regulations. Privacy laws add another layer of complexity, often making it difficult for employers to assess the seriousness of a situation or determine if there is a workplace risk—despite the fact that individuals with mental illness are no more likely to be violent than those without.
This session will explore the most common mental health conditions—such as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and personality disorders—and their impact on safety, productivity, and workplace culture. You'll gain insights into what the law requires, including recent EEOC guidance, and how to create a supportive and legally compliant work environment.
We'll also address how mental health challenges affect different demographics, particularly millennials and women, who report higher levels of burnout and emotional strain.
Areas Covered
- Differentiate between mental health and mental illness
- Recognize common workplace mental health conditions
- Identify at-risk groups within your workforce
- Debunk common myths and reduce stigma around mental illness
- Understand the difference between personality traits and disorders
- Spot early signs of mental health concerns at work
- Assess the business costs of mental health challenges
- Understand mental illness in the context of ADA definitions
- Navigate the interactive process required under ADA
- Implement effective accommodations and support strategies
- Create a mentally healthy and inclusive workplace culture
- Promote long-term employee well-being and compliance
