For this reason it's vital you have a meaningful conversation with your employee about their needs and really listen to them. Be positive – focus on what employees can do, rather than what they can't. Work together and involve people in finding solutions as much as possible.
The 5Cs are competence, confidence, character, caring, and connection. The anxiety dimensions are Social anxiety, Physical symptoms, Separation anxiety, and Harm avoidance.
When someone shares information about their mental health, it's essential to have a sensitive and supportive conversation with them about their needs. Choose an appropriate place. Avoid making assumptions. Embed confidentiality. Encourage people to talk. Respond flexibly. Develop a wellbeing plan.
How to support someone with a mental health problem Talking about mental health. Set time aside with no distractions. Let them share as much or as little as they want to. Don't try to diagnose or second guess their feelings. Keep questions open ended. Talk about self-care. Listen carefully to what they tell you.
Encourage them to speak about how their anxiety is preventing work and together with them, come up with reasonable adjustments that'll help to resolve this. Examples of how anxiety can prevent work include reduced productivity, increased absenteeism, lack of concentration, increased conflicts with co-workers, etc.
Responding to your work colleague's needs Let them know that you will respect their privacy. Ask them if there is anything that you can do to help and suggest any mental health services that you think might be a good option for them.