CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center

Improving the lives of people with depression and mood disorders through clinical excellence, innovative research, community programs, and education.

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

Interested in suicide prevention in the workplace? Learn more about Working Minds at https://t.co/c5HOMmMIxl
#SuicidePrevention

[Sally Spencer-Thomas @sspencerthomas]

NEW VIDEO: "The Nation’s Public Safety Net for those in Crisis" watch and learn more about the National #SuicidePrevention Lifeline @800273TALK https://t.co/UVvpP0ck6f with @richard_mckeon @JohnDraper13 @battle4justice @BartAndrews @eduardovegasays #SPSM #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@JodiJFrey @ingioz Culture change is key. If we can change organizational cultures, we can change societal norms.

[mark r jones @mrjbluejay]

It’s importantly tie physical wellness and mental health together #elevatetheconvo

[Mental Health America @MentalHealthAm]

A4: In October, we’re launching the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, a certification that recognizes and honors employers that strive for mental health for its employees, families, and communities. For more information, visit https://t.co/FOTN2ff2ru. (3/3) #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A4: A future trend will see companies moving from training to implementation to leading best practices. We hope one day to see workplace mental wellness included in criteria for best places to work. #elevatetheconvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A4: Many workplaces have found success focusing on mental wellness topics first and then moving into other topics such as suicide prevention. #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A4: Mental Wellness campaigns can mirror other workplace wellness campaigns such as tracking steps and smoking cessation. We’ve seen enormous health changes through workplace campaigns. Now is the time to focus on suicide prevention #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@theCIASP @sspencerthomas A2: Absolutely agree! More and more people want to understand suicide, talk about it, and help prevent it. #elevatetheconvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A3: Here’s the new imperative for companies—integrating mental health in employee wellness programs. #ElevatetheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A3: Some fear negative reactions to asking about suicide. During a recent training at a Fortune 500 company, one employee noted that talking about suicide has always led to compassionate conversations, never anger, resentment, or HR reports. #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A2: I've seen success when employees take what they learn beyond the workplace to help their friends, families, and strangers. The best workplace trainings impact beyond the walls of the organization. #elevatetheconvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A2: Organizational leadership is the key to success. This can be through top-down or bottom-up efforts to make the change. Any industry can make an impact through dedicated leadership. #ElevateTheConvo

[Ingrid Ozols AM @ingioz]

@cu_jdc ... we can't over train too many people in #SuicidePrevention in the #workplace. Ideally we need leadership, CEO/Board engagement and they should also be trained to set the context... we need champions #elevatetheconvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A2: Since 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience mental illness, all industries and companies are affected. #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A1: Just as companies realize they can save lives by hosting CPR/First Aid trainings, the same is true for mental health promotion – companies can save lives through early intervention and wellness trainings. #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A1: Anyone can and should receive training. Employees and leadership working together can save lives and change cultures. #ElevateTheConvo

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A1: At the CU JDC, we host a 2-hr #WorkingMinds training to help educate + provide tips to address mental health and suicide prevention in the workplace. https://t.co/E24MXeSoxB #elevatetheconvo

[Forefront Suicide Prevention @intheforefront]

@sspencerthomas A1: Organizations that value their bottom line value employee well-being and mental health. They create cultures (via systems, training, policy) that cultivate and reinforce the skills needed to adapt and overcome challenges.
#ElevateTheConvo #intheforefront #LeadershipMatters

[CU Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Depression Center @cu_jdc]

@sspencerthomas A1: People can spend a quarter or more of an average week at work. Training on mental health topics in the workplace makes sense because of the time spent in these settings, and because workplaces provide protective factors for mental wellness #ElevateTheConvo