Shining the Spotlight on the

Identification and Treatment of

Depression

Studies have shown that employees who are depressed are less productive and are absent more often

Other studies have shown that organized screening and enhanced depression treatment can significantly improve health

Systematic efforts to identify and treat depression in the workplace:

• Significantly improves employee health and productivity

• Leads to lower costs overall for the employer

Journal of the American Medical Association - September 26, 2007

• Few employers have implemented such programs, in part because their return on investment is unclear. 

Depression Matters

Depression continues to be one of the top conditions and cost drivers for our population

Percentage of members with depression and the total cost is increasing

Mood disorders are often triggered by environmental factors

Depression is under-diagnosed and under-treated

Depression

Depression Matters

Decreased productivity• Missed deadlines; sloppy work • Morale problems or a change in disposition • Lack of cooperation and social withdrawal

Safety Problems or Accidents

Absenteeism or Tardiness • Complaints of being tired all the time • Complaints of unexplained aches and pains

Alcohol and/or Drug Abuse

SYMPTOMS IN THE

WORKPLACE

Comorbid Conditions

Depression

Possible Origins of Work-Related Depression:

• Unsafe or unsatisfactory work environment

• Problems, financial strain or illness at home

• Lack of promotion prospects

• Feelings of being unappreciated

• Poor relations with management

• Not enough participation in decisions affecting them

• Too much routine

• No opportunity to use or refine skills

• Stress

• Poor healthDepression

Depression

Awareness and education are key to treatment

Remove barriers and provide opportunities

Address environment and workplace factors that can contribute to the onset of depression or mood disorders

Putting the Pieces Together

Resiliency Group CoachingGoal:

Take a proactive and preventive approach to depression by focusing on thriving and resiliency.

Program overview:Emotional Health-Thriving & ResiliencePhysical Health- Nutrition & ExerciseSocial Health-Appreciation and Altruism

Depression

Depression

AwarenessMental Health Awareness Week

October 2-8, 2011SEGIP Partnership with Health Plans and Employee Assistance Provider.

• Customized Web-S i tes

• Educat ion and In fo rmat ion

• Screen ing Too ls

• Resource and Re fe r ra l

Leader’s Guide to Depression in the

Workplace

Depression Management Pilot -2012 Identify members currently diagnosed with

depression and information about provide care opportunities• Newly diagnosed• Recent inpatient stay related to

depression• Medication compliance concerns

• Provide case management, support and education

Depression

Shining the Spotlight on the

Identification and Treatment of Depression

SEGIP