Mental Health Awareness Month

If you’re interested in a career supporting mental health, you may want to consider these five occupations that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects will grow much faster than average.

It’s time to recognize mental health hazards as occupational hazards. During Mental Health Awareness Month, learn about resources to help reduce workplace stress and support workers' mental health.

We have resources to help employers create workplaces that prioritize mental health.

The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic pressures on workers have only increased the prevalence of mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression. And just as with physical health conditions, workers struggling with mental health conditions may need to take time away from work to seek treatment or recover. Fortunately, the Family and Medical Leave Act provides eligible workers with job-protected leave to take time away from work to care for themselves or their family members because of serious mental health conditions.

If you are an employer or plan service provider with questions about complying with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, you can take advantage of these helpful resources.

Job Corps is sending a message to our students: It’s OK not to be OK. It’s OK to ask for help.

At the Department of Labor, we’re taking action to remove barriers to coverage for mental health and substance use treatment in employer health plans. That’s a priority for me.

Employers: Do you know the federal requirements for mental health benefits? During Mental Health Awareness Month, check out our guidance and answers to FAQs.

During Mental Health Awareness Month, here are five tips to help you make the most of your mental health and other benefits.