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Since 2021, Execs In The Know’s Leading with Impact program has focused on raising awareness surrounding mental health. Our aim is to continue working to break past the stigma often associated with mental health issues and address these issues head-on. Our actions, no matter how big or small, can provide hope to those who are struggling.

We’re working alongside organizations with the goal of helping companies and individuals move down a stigma-free path, where those affected by mental health challenges can seek support without fear of judgment.

September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

This is a time dedicated to raising awareness and discussing this difficult topic. Throughout the month, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will be sharing information and resources to help organizations ensure that individuals, friends, and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention and to seek help.


    CHALLENGE YOUR THINKING ON MENTAL HEALTH

    As part of Execs In The Know’s Leading with Impact initiative, we’re challenging our CX community to take a stance and become a stigma-free leader, co-worker, friend, and family member.

    Learn more below, and start taking action today. 

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    “1 in 5 adults experiences a mental health condition each year. This means mental illness stigma affects a significant chunk of the American population, including people in offices and worksites across the nation,” according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). 


    What Is Mental Illness

    According to the American Psychiatric Association, “Mental illnesses are health conditions involving changes in emotion, thinking or behavior (or a combination of these). Mental illnesses are associated with distress and/or problems functioning in social, work, or family activities.” 

    Mental Disorders include:

    AD/HD in Adults

    Anxiety Disorders

    Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Bipolar Disorder

    Borderline Personality Disorder

    Depression

    Dissociative Disorder

    Eating Disorders

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

    Postpartum Depression

    Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

    Psychosis

    Schizoaffective Disorder

    Schizophrenia

    Substance Use Disorders

    Risk factors that can contribute to mental illness include:

    Anxiety

    Burnout

    Chronic Illness

    Insomnia

    Loneliness

    Substance Use

    Trauma

    Violence in the Workplace

    Workplace Stress

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    Mental Health Resources

     

    It can be overwhelming weeding through all the resources available. Here are a handful to help guide you and offer assistance.

    • Visit our Leading with Impact page to learn more about our other initiatives and how to get involved.