Thank you for this excellent article, full of valuable takeaways. As a Red Cross Training Partner and provider of Mental Health first aid training for 20+ years, I've noticed the stigma around mental health issues is gradually reducing. People are becoming more willing to share their thoughts and feelings about their mental health and are now more likely to ask for help.

Smart employers recognize the importance of paying attention to the mental health of their staff members and providing appropriate support and training. If an employee breaks their arm, they may be off work for a week or two. If a person is suffering from a mental health issue, they may be off work for long periods or indefinitely. Taking care of mental health is good for a company's bottom line as well as the health, effectiveness and happiness of its workforce.