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The State of Mental Health at Work in 2021

40% of workers experienced mental health issues this past year, double the year before. We surveyed 1,300+ benefits leaders and employees to see how mental health benefits are meeting the moment in 2021.

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Employers, it’s your move

The data paint a picture of a workforce under pressure, with difficulty accessing the life-saving mental health care they need. Only 19% of full-time employees sought care from a mental health care professional, and many weren’t aware of the mental health care options available to them. But even employees with access to care suffer from stigma and a lack of high-quality options: only half of HR and benefits pros say the benefits they provide are effective. Download our report for the insights you need to build a stronger, healthier workforce in 2021.

Get the eye-opening results, including:

  • Why up to 56% of people aren’t getting the mental health care they need
  • How the growing quality gap leaves patients suffering, even if they can access care
  • Why 73% of employers are increasing their behavioral health investment in 2021
  • Plus, steps employers should take now to help build a mentally healthy workforce

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