Return-to-Work Strategies for Employees With Mental Health Conditions.
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There's no question that employers can no longer ignore mental health issues. Compassion and support for employees aside, it is simply good business to protect the mental health and productivity of employees. This article describes existing challenges surrounding employees with mental disorders: the link between mental disorders, disability and an employee's ability to return to work; best practices for employers, employees and health care providers; and the role of the insurance company. Together, using proven strategies, everyone contributes to the optimal solution of helping employees with mental disorders return to work.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Benefits quarterly
دوره 33 1 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2017