Financial Education Benefits Center on the Importance of Addressing Mental Health
SAN RAMON, Calif., Feb. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the federal Department of Health and Human Services, only about 17 percent of American adults are functioning at optimal mental health. Just like physical ailments may warrant some time away from regular obligations, mental health may also deserve special attention. Financial Education Benefits Center (FEBC), a membership benefits company that offers health and wellness benefits to members, encourages self-reflection and mental health days to improve quality of life and work and offers a counseling benefit to help.
"Mental health is important for everyone, not just those with diagnosed mental health conditions," said Jennifer Martinez, Manager at FEBC. "Anyone who has gone to a day spa or weekend camping trip can probably tell you how much better they felt when they got back. It can be like resetting your mind, similar to how you reset your phone when it's not functioning normally."
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health illnesses in the U.S., but they are not the only reasons to take a day to address mental health. Other valid reasons may fall under the broad term "self-care" and could include addressing the source of a distraction, such as hammering out a budget to relieve financial stress; catching up on sleep; or simply recharging the batteries to address burnout, which can cause physical symptoms like getting sick more frequently.
However, while mental health days are important, it can be easy to take them for the wrong reasons. If motivation to take a mental health day stems from avoiding uncomfortable situations or the desire to stay in bed all day, one expert suggests confronting those reasons and saving the mental health day for another time.
Sick days for physical ailments often involve staying at home and resting. However, mental health days spent on the couch in front of the TV may not be the most effective way to use that time. Instead, effective mental health days address the reason for taking the break. Too much time in the office lately? Go someplace you love or have been meaning to go to. Need to relax? Book a spa day, go to a gentle yoga class, or take a nature walk.
Need to address a mental health illness like anxiety or depression? Reach out to a professional. FEBC offers a counseling benefit in which members can get in touch with mental health professionals any time of the day to talk through what's bothering them. They can even refer members to local professionals for ongoing support.
"Mental health days are not just to treat mental health illness," said Martinez. "And they're not just days away from work and associated stress. What's important is that you're tending to your mental and emotional needs. It'll help keep you sane and productive in all parts of life."
About Financial Education Benefits Center
Financial Education Benefits Center is located in San Ramon, California. The membership company has already helped thousands save money and obtain the necessary education required to live a financially healthy life.
Financial Education Benefits Center has partnered with several name brand third-party companies to expand the financial and educational products and services available to its members and to provide a variety of wellness services as well.
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To learn more about Financial Education Benefits Center, please contact:
Financial Education Benefits Center
2010 Crow Canyon Place Ste. 100
San Ramon, CA 94583
1-800-953-1388
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