In this article in HR Zone Magazine Dr Jo Burrell presents some key practical tips aimed at helping mangers to have supportive mental health conversations at work.:
"Many managers feel unprepared for these conversations, expressing concerns such as:
“I’m not a doctor or psychologist – what if I say the wrong thing?”
“What if I make things worse?”
“Where do I start?”
“Who can I turn to for support?”
These concerns are entirely valid. Without the appropriate skills or training, a manager may inadvertently cause harm to both the employee and themselves. But sidestepping the conversation is not the solution. When mental health challenges are ignored, issues can escalate, affecting engagement, performance, and overall team morale."
In this article Jo highlights the importance of a thoughtful approach, in which managers can create safe spaces for these conversations. She provides 8 key steps to help guide managers towards skills that weill allow them to facilitate safe, supportive mental health conversations.
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