Mental Health at Work Day

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What do I have to do?

Things employers are required to do by law

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What can I do to help?

Tools and tips to support your workers’ mental health

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Resources for workers

Tools to help employees, unions, and worker organizations address worker mental health needs


clip art of three peopleWhat do I have to do?

Things employers are required to do by law
 

Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) 

Under MHPAEA, health benefit plans that cover mental health or substance use benefits cannot impose more restrictions on those benefits than what generally applies to comparable medical or surgical benefits. 

Mental Health Conditions and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Under the FMLA, covered employers must provide up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave to eligible employees. 

Reasonable accommodation and discrimination protections for employees with mental health conditions

Under federal law, workers with mental health conditions may be protected against discrimination and harassment at work related to their condition, have workplace confidentiality rights, and have a legal right to reasonable accommodations that can help them perform and keep their job. 

Questions about mental health conditions and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The ADA limits an employer's ability to ask workers disability-related questions.

*Note: Other federal and state laws may apply


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What can I do to help?

Tools and tips to support your workers’ mental health
 

How can I help create a mentally healthy workplace?

How can I help reduce workplace stress and fatigue?

How can I help grieving workers?

How can I help prevent suicide?

Help is available. Anyone can call or text 988 or get help online here.


clipartResources for workers

Tools to help employees, unions, and worker organizations address worker mental health needs

Worker “Know Your Rights” Documents:




For more general information on mental health, including how to get help, visit findsupport.gov.