When we touch base with our newly-remote employees, we hear a lot of comments along the lines of “My anxiety is through the roof!” However, we don’t know if that’s just commonly used language or a true condition we need to explore for a potential accommodation. Given the current global situation, how should we address these types of comments?
Now is the perfect time to have some frank discussions about mental health. Open up opportunities to truly talk about the stress, anxiety, and uncertainty that are natural reactions to the pandemic. Consider the following: You can also introduce some…