Corporate America Is Getting Anxiety All Wrong

A CEO of a midsize company was uncomfortable when discussing anxiety with an expert, showing how some companies view anxiety as a problem to solve.
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Some companies in America treat anxiety as a problem to solve. They offer employees meditation apps and mental-health days. But this can make employees feel like they need to hide their anxiety.
Why it matters
This way of thinking can make it harder for employees to talk about their anxiety and get help.
- What do some companies do to help employees with anxiety?
- They offer meditation apps and mental-health days.
- Why is this way of thinking a problem?
- It can make employees feel like they need to hide their anxiety.
How outlets are framing the same story
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The outlets frame the story as a critique of how companies handle anxiety, highlighting the potential negative effects of this approach.
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Companies view anxiety as a problem to solve, often with negative effects.
Sources1TypeAngleTIMECritique of corporate approach to anxiety