A recent poll by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) revealed that employees who are uncomfortable discussing mental health at work are more likely to experience burnout.

• 52% of workers reported burnout in the past year.
• 37% said they had difficulty performing their jobs due to emotional overwhelm.

Mental health challenges can manifest as changes in performance, attendance, mood, and overall attitude.

As a leader, it’s crucial to acknowledge these challenges and foster a culture of open communication about mental health to improve well-being and productivity.

Download the AllOneHealth guide for steps for organizational leaders to promote mental health, communicate effectively and foster a supportive work environment.

Sleep is critical to mental and physical health. It allows for your body to recharge and your brain to heal and process the day’s events. Unfortunately about 37 percent of Americans get fewer than the recommended 7 hours of sleep per night. While most people can recover from a short-term spell of poor sleep, chronic sleep deprivation can take a serious toll on your health, especially your mental health.

In March, we recognize both Sleep Awareness Week (March 9-15) and World Sleep Day (March 14), which aim to remind us that sleep is core to our health and help identify ways to improve the quality of our sleep.

The amount of quality sleep directly affects our mental health. Experts say we need between 7-9 hours a day in order for our bodies and minds to fully recover.

Adults who sleep less than seven hours each night are more likely to say they have had health problems, including heart attack, asthma, and depression. (cdc.gov)

Individuals who work the night shift, such as construction workers, tend to get 2-4 hours less than required, and a lot of the time, these hours are broken up throughout the day. Chris Crowley and Danielle Cook explain the importance of sleep on our physical and mental health while also giving practical solutions to those whose job does not allow for 7-9 continuous hours of rest. This podcast will give those struggling with sleep disorders education and provide hope that there are ways to help your body get the rest it needs.