Wellness Section

HelpPeople is just one service within a comprehensive wellness program. As more employers have moved to consumer-driven health plans, developing wellness programs is a cornerstone of this change. Employers can link employees with health promotion services. Learning how to cope with family and work stress is then an individual responsibility. According to David L. Snow, Ph.D. (2004)*,

Stressful conditions, if not effectively addressed, can contribute to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and physical health problems. These psychological and physical health problems are costly to companies in terms of absenteeism, decreased productivity, and associated medical expenses. In addition, these conditions are detrimental to the individual and his or her family in terms of reduced adaptability and lowered sense of satisfaction and well being. The effective reduction or management of stress at home and at work will therefore increase job effectiveness and individual health. Furthermore, increased communication skills and expanded abilities to resolve conflict will contribute to improved working relationships among coworkers and supervisors and better relationships at home. *Snow, T.L. (2004). Coping With Work And Family Stress: A Workplace Preventative Intervention. Yale University School of Medicine.