Core Viewpoint - Workplace mental health strategies are evolving, but there is still room for improvement in identifying who truly needs help and how to provide it effectively [1][2] Group 1: Older Workers - Workers aged 55 and above represent over 20% of the U.S. labor force, yet they are often overlooked in workplace mental health programs [3] - Despite older employees self-assessing their mental health as better than younger colleagues, they face chronic pain, grief, and caregiving stress, and they utilize available digital tools less frequently [3] - Over 80% of older employees are willing to use trustworthy and user-friendly digital tools if provided by employers, but only 23% are aware of such resources [3][4] Group 2: Caregivers - One-third of workers have taken on caregiving responsibilities in the past year, which often extends beyond work hours [5] - Caregiving impacts productivity, with 65% of caregivers reporting needing to take leave due to these responsibilities, and over half indicating decreased work efficiency [6] - There is a significant lack of caregiver-related benefits in the workplace, despite their potential to greatly assist employee mental health [7] Group 3: Women's Health - Women's health issues, such as pregnancy and menopause, significantly affect their workplace performance, with 56% of women in the UK and 37% in the U.S. reporting disruptions [8][9] - Many employers do not address these transitional health issues in their mental health programs, highlighting a gap in support [9] - Training managers to respond empathetically to women's health needs and integrating these topics into workplace discussions can enhance perceived support [9] Group 4: Life Events Impact - In the past year, 78% of employees experienced at least one significant life event, with 44% reporting negative impacts on their work performance [10] - Many critical life events, such as the death of a loved one or serious illness, lack workplace support, with one-third of employees seeking mental health resources that are currently unavailable [11] - Employers need to move beyond generic health programs to provide tailored support that addresses the diverse experiences of employees across different ages, genders, and caregiving roles [11]