How To Recognize And Help Those With PTSD In The Workplace
Next week, June 27, is PTSD Awareness Day. For many people, PTSD is hard to understand. Why does it happen to some people, but not to others? Does occurrence of PTSD indicate a weakness or…
What Employers Need To Know To Prevent Workplace Violence
By now, less than a week later at the time of this writing, the deaths of 12 people from workplace violence in Virginia Beach, VA is no longer in the news. Our society has become…
The Surprising Role of Comorbidity In Chronic Disease Cost
Most people wouldn’t be surprised to hear that chronic health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, obesity, arthritis and cancer are major drivers of healthcare cost for employers. What may be a surprise is how…
It’s Time To Address Mental Health Stigma
If you’re an employer, the mental health of your employees may be costing you a lot more than you think. In fact, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services, mental health disorders…
Service With A Smile? I Think I’ll Need A Drink With That.
“The customer is always right.” “Service with a smile.” Those lines, or something similar, are a staple in employee training for many businesses. Turns out that putting on that smiling face might be detrimental to…
Announcing The Launch of Realyze™ – A Targeted, Proactive Solution To Employee Behavioral Health Conditions
For immediate release April 25, 2019 Marietta, GA: Espyr today is launching REALYZE, an innovative behavioral health solution that packs a one-two punch for employers. First, REALYZE identifies employees who have or are on the…
Are You A Workaholic Or Do You Just Love Your Job?
You work long hours. After dinner you whip out your laptop to take care of unfinished business. When it’s time for bed you’re thinking about what’s in store for tomorrow. Your mind is so active…
4 Things Employers Need To Know About Gen Z
There’s a lot of debate about what Gen Z should be called. This newest generation has been dubbed everything from the iGeneration to Gen Tech to Post-Millennials. Name aside, there’s little debate that Gen Z…
The Meaning of Mindfulness
Steve Jobs was known for his habit of walking around barefoot as a means of boosting his creativity while brainstorming or in meetings. He jogged for the same reason. These habits grew out of his…
Tips On How To Keep Stress From Taking Over Your Life
Stress. Anxiety. Words we hear and read about with increasing regularity. News reports and social media assault our senses with an endless barrage of mass shootings, sexual harassment, immigration issues, political dissension and other stress…
How Much Is Employee Stress Costing Your Company?
Stress. Anxiety. Words we hear and read about with increasing regularity. News reports and social media assault our senses with an endless barrage of mass shootings, sexual harassment, immigration issues, political dissension and other stress inducing…
Talking To A Friend About Mental Health
Would you know what to do if a friend approached you to tell you that they were having mental health issues? Society has come a long way when it comes to understanding and talking about…