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Article published in Human Resources Director (HRD) Magazine on Inclusion of Social Workers in Health Benefits Plans
"By including access to registered social workers in employer group benefit plans, HR can provide the kind of comprehensive, professional mental health care all employees deserve"
Stress has long been viewed as a minor irritant all workers simply have to deal with, but now it's been seen for what it really is: a legitimate, widespread health issue that can trigger bot addictions and debilitating psychological issues.
Mental health conditions and addictions have been shown to have a devastating impact on overall health, productivity and quality of life. The Mental Health Commission of Canada estimates that every week, 500,000 Canadians miss work due to mental illness, costing the economy close to $51 billion a year...
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