Stress in AmericaTM 2020: A National Mental Health Crisis, conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of American Psychological Society, found that nearly 8 in 10 adults (78%) say the coronavirus pandemic is a significant source of stress in their lives, while 3 in 5 (60%) say the number of issues America faces is overwhelming to them. Nearly 1 in 5 adults (19%) say their mental health is worse than it was at this time last year.
The Committee on Faculty Welfare reminds IU faculty (and staff) that free mental health coverage is available. SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP), administered by CuraLinc Healthcare, is a confidential resource that provides 24/7 access to professional counseling and referrals. SupportLinc’s licensed counselors can provide short-term assistance with issues such as:
- stress and anxiety
- work-related pressures
- grief and loss
- substance abuse
- marriage and relationship problems
- depression
Eligibility: Services are provided at no cost to all employees, IU Residents, Graduate Appointees, Fellowship Recipients, and their household members. Eligible employees and household members have access to SupportLinc services at no cost, including (but not limited to):
- Unlimited 24/7/365 telephonic access to licensed counselors for in-the-moment support
- Up to six (6) face-to-face counseling sessions per presenting issue at no cost (in-person or virtual)
- Access to SupportLinc’s comprehensive technology suite including their web portal, video counseling platform, and mobile apps
- Expert referrals for local service providers including child and elder care, home repair, pet care, housing needs, and more
- Financial and legal planning support and consultations
Learn more here: https://hr.iu.edu/benefits/eap.html