Tag: Mental Health
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Mind Matters: Supporting Employee Mental Health at Work
Every year, millions of people experience mental health challenges with limited access to care. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 people globally are affected. Conditions like anxiety and depression significantly reduce productivity, costing the global economy around $1 trillion annually. Despite the rising demand for support, more than two-thirds of those who…
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Final Rule Expands Mental Health Parity Requirements
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a final rule that significantly expands the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Act (MHPAEA) requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This rule aims to ensure that health plans provide equal coverage for mental health and substance use disorder (MH/SUD) benefits as they do for…
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Volunteering and It’s Surprising Mental Health Benefits
Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people’s lives and often serve with the intention of helping others. But, did you know that volunteering can benefit your mental health as well? While it’s true that the more you volunteer, the more benefits you’ll experience, volunteering doesn’t have to involve a long-term commitment or take a huge…