An injured worker that is also dealing with a mental health condition, such as anxiety or depression, takes two to three times as long to recover as some that has no mental health issue, according claims data from The Hartford. (Credit: Kaspars Grinvalds/stock.adobe.com) An injured worker who is also dealing with a mental health condition, such as anxiety or depression, takes two to three times as long to recover as someone who has no mental health issue, according to claims data from The Hartford. (Credit: Kaspars Grinvalds/stock.adobe.com)

Most employers (70%) reported mental health issues among their workforce, while 52% said they face substance misuse or addiction challenges, according to a survey by The Hartford. However, nearly three-quarters noted stigmas regarding mental health issues continue to block care.

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