Integrated Benefits Institute

IBI's final report in our three-part mental health series explores the geographic variations in anxiety and depression rates among the US workforce, as well as related short-term disability claims.? ? Highlights from IBI's analysis: ? The national average indicates that 30.9% of employees are at risk for clinically relevant anxiety and/or depression. The states with the highest prevalence of this risk are West Virginia with 36.2%, Kentucky with 35.9%, and Utah with 35.5%.? ? Female workers tend to have a 34% higher likelihood of experiencing anxiety or depression compared to males. ? Younger workers, specifically those in the 18-24 age group, exhibit a higher risk, with the odds decreasing as age increases. ? The national average for new claims rates is 6.5 per 100,000 covered lives. Texas has the highest claim rate at 30.5 new claims per 100,000 covered lives, followed closely by California at 30.2, Florida at 19.4, New York at 17.9, and Pennsylvania at 16.7 per 100,000 covered lives. https://lnkd.in/dRzdkUnv Infographic: https://lnkd.in/dY3uCBfT #mentalhealth #employeewellbeing #disabilityclaims #wellness

BenefitsPRO recently published on IBI's study highlighting that women's health benefit use is linked to reduced absenteeism, especially mental healthcare and reproductive services. "This reveals a powerful link between mental health support and workplace attendance," lead researcher Sera-Leigh Ghouralal, PhD said. "In practical terms, employees who utilize mental health support services miss fewer workdays. When you combine this with our finding that 53.5% of women are actively using mental health benefits, it's clear that investing in comprehensive mental health support isn't just good for employee wellbeing — it's a strategic approach to maintaining a productive, engaged workforce." Read more: https://lnkd.in/egjQu6Dh #womenshealth #employeewellness #humanresources

HR Dive reporter Carolyn Crist published an article highlighting IBI's recent study on women's health benefits in the workplace. Our report found that benefit use was associated with fewer missed workdays, with the greatest effects seen from mental health benefits, reproductive health services and maternity care. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eBa_QXTt #womenshealth #humanresources #employeewellness

In IBI's latest 7-minute episode of the Research Roundup Podcast with Sera-Leigh Ghouralal, PhD you'll discover how anti-obesity medications impact cardiovascular health, the effects of job insecurity on employee well-being, and evolving preferences for hybrid work. Gain valuable insights on leadership during crises and potential healthcare cost savings for employers. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eDekPTip Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dgBwwq_M Amazon: https://lnkd.in/dt8gBK_j YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d68W7Sek #podcast #humanresources #employeewellbeing #wellness

Register today for IBI's webinar on November 20 at 12:30 pm ET to discuss how the utilization of women's health benefits impacts workplace outcomes such as attendance, retention, and productivity. You'll hear from IBI Researcher Sera-Leigh Ghouralal, PhD who will discuss the research findings. Guest speaker Tammy Fennessy Director Of Benefits at DICK'S Sporting Goods will provide an employer perspective in a Q&A with IBI President Jim Huffman, MSHCT. Register: https://lnkd.in/dQMNzYfE #womenshealth #humanresources #hrbenefits #employeewellbeing

Join us today for a webinar at 3pm ET! Led by IBI researcher Carole Bonner, this presentation will examine the connections between loneliness, anxiety, and depression among US workers. Guest speaker Christin Kuretich, VP of Supplemental Products at Voya Financial, will offer an employers perspective on how to address engagement and productivity in the workplace in a Q&A with IBI President & CEO Jim Huffman, MSHCT. https://lnkd.in/eHviUbvf #mentalhealth #employeewellbeing #employeewellness #humanresources

Register today for our webinar next week "Loneliness in the US Workforce: A Social Determinant of Mental Health" which will explore the critical issue of loneliness in the US workforce. Led by IBI researcher Carole Bonner, this presentation will examine the connections between loneliness, anxiety, and depression among US workers. Guest speaker Christin Kuretich, VP of Supplemental Products at Voya Financial, will offer an employers perspective on how to address engagement and productivity in the workplace in a Q&A with IBI President & CEO Jim Huffman, MSHCT. https://lnkd.in/eHviUbvf #mentalhealth #employeewellbeing #employeewellness #humanresources

IBI published a study this week that highlights the importance of health benefits in shaping employee satisfaction and performance. We surveyed 1,001 full-time employed women in the U.S. across various industries and notably found that benefit use is associated with fewer missed workdays. Highlights from the survey: ? 89% of participants agree that employer benefits positively influence overall workplace satisfaction. ? 85% believe that benefits play a crucial role in attracting and retaining talent. ? Preventive care emerged as the most commonly used benefit, with 63% of respondents accessing it, followed by mental health support at 54%. ? Cost, time constraints, and scheduling difficulties are the top barriers to utilizing benefits. ? All benefit use was associated with fewer missed work days. ? Mental health benefits had the strongest association with reduced absenteeism, followed by reproductive health services and maternity care. Read the full report (IBI members only): https://lnkd.in/ewASyA6n View the infographic: https://lnkd.in/eXaup_Ct #womenshealth #employeewellbeing #employeewellness #humanresources

IBI members, we want your input on our 2025 Research Priorities! Take our 5-minute survey to provide your input to help shape our research priorities for the first half of 2025. Your guidance will be an important contribution to setting the priorities for our research activities: https://lnkd.in/d2ye25gw #research #employeewellness #employeewellbeing #productivity