Table 4 An example of a matrix of the learned and change objectives for mental health
Mental Health – Employee | Individual Determinants | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Performance Objectives | Knowledge, capability or skill | Attitudes, beliefs and values | Expectations | Self efficacy |
Destigmatize MH Look at MH differently Openly communicate | Describe that it is okay to talk about depression/anxiety/mental health issues Inform all employees about mental health issues | Explain/de-mystify the stigma around mental health | Demonstrate that by talking about my MH problems, I will get empathy or understanding from my organization/peers/etc. | Build confidence in the ability to discuss MH problems |
Know when to seek help | Describe or explain what help is available to them Explain there are resources available that will tell them how to seek help (who, where to go) | Explain that seeking help will be confidential Explain or describe that MH can be effectively treated | Demonstrate that people who seek help can be helped | Provide resources to foster self-confidence in people to know when and where to seek help |
Seek out positive relationships among peers and leadership | Ensure the leaders know what is expected from them Inform employees about the role leaders should play Encourage employees to discuss MH issues Explain the role of positive relationships in MH Inform that leadership has been trained in MH | Demonstrate that the leadership will be supportive of MH issues | Improve confidence in their willingness to seek leadership advice | |