Five misunderstandings about mental health

May 14, 2019 / BIOON / - mental health affects everyone in the workplace to some extent - whether we know someone is struggling or we are struggling ourselves However, despite the common characteristics of mental health, when employees and faculty members need support in their work, the stigma and misunderstanding brought by mental health still hinder them from reaching out Photo source: Michele moon, a mental health expert at http://cn.bing.com ucalgaly, said that an honest dialogue - or an inadvertent continuation - of the stories we hear is an important part of unveiling the mystery of mental health "While there are things that affect all of us in one way or another, there are still many myths about mental health that generate stigma and misinformation," she said But all fallacies can be dispelled by accurate information " Read the following five mental health misconceptions to update your views on mental health in the workplace Myth 1: it's strange to talk about your mental health with colleagues or leaders The stigma related to mental health will make it difficult for us to deal with our own experiences, especially in a professional environment Employees are often afraid to open up to their managers or colleagues and be judged In fact, mental health problems are more common than many people realize According to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), 20% of Canadians will fight mental health or disease this year By simply talking about our mental health in the workplace, we can help normalize various mental health experiences and reduce the stigma that prevents people from seeking help Myth 2: you need a diagnosis to solve your mental health problems Like most things in life, mental health is a complex thing People may find themselves in an extreme state, or in between But no matter where we are, we can take action to promote good mental health This continuum is widely introduced in working mind Photo source: http://cn.bing.com "work psychology" is a seminar held by the university to improve the understanding of mental health, reduce the stigma of mental illness and provide resources to maintain positive mental health and improve resilience Although diagnosis is not a necessary condition for mental health care, it is important to talk to a doctor or health care provider when mental health problems arise Early awareness can reduce negative impacts and increase access to support Myth 3: it is impossible to prevent or prepare for mental health problems, struggles, or illnesses preventive care is essential to overall health But when life inevitably becomes busy, tense or overwhelmed, we often sacrifice our health first - and our mental health suffers as a result Prepare for difficult times by creating a self-care mechanism that helps you avoid burnout, identify social support and build coping skills In this way, when life throws us a curveball, established routines can help us maintain mental health and resilience Get your own self-care Starter Kit ready today for the build resilience workshop through health and work life Myth 4: if you've experienced mental illness, you're a bad employee Like people with physical illness, people can and do recover from mental illness through a variety of treatments, services and support In many cases, psychological problems are temporary and will never recur Although some symptoms are considered chronic, they can be effectively controlled in order to maintain a full and productive life, whether at home or at work In fact, CMHA says that employees who have experienced mental illness are actually better at managing their stress than those who have not, because they have developed strong skills, such as stress management, problem-solving and introspection, to better manage stress before it affects their well-being Photo source: http://cn.bing.com misunderstanding 5: don't contact colleagues when taking a vacation When a colleague takes a vacation for mental health reasons, like other vacations, it will also receive privacy and respect But that doesn't necessarily mean that this person can't or won't hear from you When employees are on leave, they usually provide guidance or contact information to their colleagues so that they can contact them during the leave Contact your HR representative for personal preferences or if your team wants to send a recovery card If you have a personal relationship outside the office with a colleague on leave, please keep in touch Access to a strong support network can play an important role in rehabilitation Reference: five myths about mental health you might still believe