Human Resources

Mental Health Awareness

Did you know that about one in five adults in America lives with a mental illness? Additionally, about one out of every 25 adults lives with a serious mental health condition, such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or major depression. There is no single cause for mental illness. Several factors can contribute to the risk for mental illness:

n Adverse childhood experiences or trauma.

n Experiences related to other chronic medical conditions, such as cancer or diabetes.

n Biological factors or chemical imbalances in the brain.

n Alcohol or drug use.

n Feelings of loneliness or isolation.

n Chronic stress.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offered at no cost to USPS® employees and their household family members. EAP offers counseling, management and union consultation, life coaching, and crisis response. EAP will help you:

n Improve your health and well-being.

n Manage stress.

n Prepare for retirement.

n Strengthen relationships.

n Balance work and home life.

n Control depression and anxiety.

n Face addictions.

n Cope with grief and loss.

EAP professionals will answer the 800-327-4968 (800–EAP-4-YOU) or TTY: 877-492-7341 numbers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also go to the EAP website at usps.ndbh.com/EAP.

For more information about mental health awareness, visit cdc.gov/mentalhealth and blue.usps.gov/hr/pay-benefits/benefits/employee-assistance-program.htm.

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