Jun
30
2021Data Drop: D&I Appetite, Mental Health Struggles and the Expanding Gig Economy | Houston Benefits Firm
There are certain issues that have taken center stage in the collective conscious when talking about the workplace, the future of work and how the current workforce is faring under the current conditions. Naturally, as those things enter the collective conscious, researchers find themselves asking what exactly holds true and what can we learn from it? As usual, my inbox is full of the latest…
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May
10
2021Exploring Mental Health Benefits| Texas Employee Benefits Consultants
The overall well-being of an employee has never been more of a priority for employers as it is right now. From health care to vision care to mental health care, the entirety of the employee’s health is important to the health of the organization. Importance of Mental Health Benefits Mental health and the cost of not treating its issues has far-reaching effects from the individual…
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Jun
8
2020Mental Health Exercises for a Strong Mind | Houston Benefits Team
When someone says they want to get healthy, you naturally think of physical health. However, we do have the ability to do a mind workout so that we are mentally fit. We’ve collected some exercises to help you build your mental-muscle-strength and, in turn, build a strong and healthy body. Anxiety disorders are the highest reported mental health issue in the US with 42.5 million…
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May
25
2020How to Support the Mental Health of Your Employees During COVID-19 | Houston Employee Benefits Experts
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on everyone’s mental health. People have experienced financial hardship, additional challenges with childcare and school cancellations, job loss, reduced hours, sickness, and grief. The future is uncertain, and the present is extra stressful. And to make matters worse, many of the networks and practices that people use to support their mental health are currently unavailable due to social…
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Jun
30
2017DOL Asks for MHPAEA Related Comments; Clarifies Eating Disorder Benefit Requirements | Houston Benefit Advisors
Earlier this month, the Department of Labor (DOL) provided an informational FAQ relating to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and the 21st Century Cures Act (Cures Act). This is the DOL’s 38th FAQ on implementing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) provisions and related regulations. The DOL is requesting comments on a draft model form for participants to use…
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Nov
3
2016How Apps are Changing the Way Employees Receive Mental Health Care
Did you know studies convey that 20% of the population, or 1 in every 5 adults suffer from some sort of mental health condition? Mental health has become a substantially concerning issue in America’s workplace, and therefore a top priority in employee wellness. Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder cause workers to perform less efficiently on a daily basis, which in…
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Feb
28
2013Workplace Mental Health: It Pays To Be Proactive
Workplace mental health is a crucial factor to consider when building and maintaining a successful business.