010: Mental Health and the Generations You Work With

In this episode of Generations at Work, host Susan Davis and generational expert Dr. Tim Elmore tackle the complex topic of mental health across multiple generations in the workplace. Together, they explore how perceptions of mental health have evolved—from the stigma and silence of older generations to the more open dialogue of Millennials and Gen Z. Dr. Elmore shares eye-opening statistics on the prevalence of mental health challenges among today’s workforce and examines how factors like technology, work-life balance, and generational values shape mental health needs and expectations. With practical stories, generational insights, and actionable strategies, this episode underscores the importance of empathy and transparent leadership in fostering a healthy, high-performing, multi-generational team. If you want to better understand and bridge generational gaps around mental health at work, this is an essential listen.

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