Homesickness is a common and natural experience among Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Being far away from family, working in a foreign land, and adjusting to a different culture — all while trying to earn a better living — can take a toll on a person’s mental health. In fact, according to WebMD, around 50% of […]
Ever heard of the mental health legislation in the country? The Philippine Mental Health Act and DOLE 208-20 not only for citizens residing in the Philippines but also for the Overseas Filipino Workers or OFWs. The benefits of the said act will reach Filipinos who are working tirelessly abroad. As an OFW, being informed of
Have you ever cared for OFW mental health? Do you think that Filipinos have been influential to most races of the world? Filipinos can always get along with other nationalities. They took advantage of this, applying to overseas jobs that provide better labor rights and wages. With this, they are able to help their family
Addiction affects anyone. Did you know that 2 out of 100 Filipinos have tried using drugs at least once in their lifetime? This data is from the 2019 survey of the Dangerous Drugs Board. In other words, almost 1.7 million Filipinos have used drugs. Addiction to drugs has taken a toll on society. Non-users have
If you’re an employer seeking out the best mental health program for your employees, great! You’re giving them the best care that a company can give. Always remember that a company that cares for the welfare of its employees is a company worth working and staying for. Employees would want a company that sees them
Now that you’ve known what is DOLE 208-20, do you know that employers have the power to actually make it happen? The mandate has contributed to strengthening the implementation of mental health programs in the workplace. However, the challenge is actually incorporating it into the workplace and making sure it benefits the workforce. The HR
Have you ever heard of the DOLE 208-20? If you’re not too technical about the laws and all that, it’s okay. Because of the Mental Health Act and other relevant policies, the Department of Labor and Employment or DOLE has created a law that would further strengthen mental health and occupational safety in the workplace.
When your company or institution is planning to have mental health programs to ensure the wellbeing of your people, it’s better to leave the construction of the program to qualified mental health professionals. You may know your employees or community better, but to create effective strategies that would cater to their mental health needs, you
Do you know your mental health rights as an employee? Always be informed of your rights especially ones that involve mental health. Many Filipino workers are uninformed of their mental health rights which is why some of them have workplace-related problems. There are some mental health issues brought to the workplace (and even non-workplace locations)
The Philippine Mental Health Act (Republic Act No. 11036) has been passed since June 20, 2018. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte passed the law into implementation. The act itself is protecting the rights of persons with psychiatric, neurologic and psychosocial health needs and their families, increasing access to mental health services, and spreading awareness of mental