Giving Compass' Take:

• The Bridgespan Group discusses the importance of companies (whether in the nonprofit or for-profit world) to address mental health issues in the workplace with empathy, compassion and understanding.

• The biggest takeaway here is to demonstrate a willingness to listen to employees' issues and make sure no one ever feels hesitant to bring up their problems. Are we doing enough to make people feel safe?

• Here's how we can remove the stigma of mental health among youth.

Over 50 percent of all people will manage a mental health condition in their lifetime. Therefore, it's likely that your organization will at some point have an employee who struggles with a one.

Multiple fields comprise mental health in the workplace: therapy and wellness; HR and law; and business management. To build a workplace culture supportive of mental health, solutions should consider each area of expertise. In our work at Mind Share Partners, we've found that the following steps help leaders and their organizations create a culture of openness for discussing and achieving mental wellness.

Awareness is the first step. Shame prevents roughly 80 percent of employees from seeking treatment, even though treatments are typically very effective. Being aware of the scope and nature of the issue can help leaders, managers, and employees take steps toward building an open culture and contribute to breaking down the stigma.

Demonstrate vulnerability to help create a culture of trust. This helps create an open dialogue around mental health, builds trust, and supports other difficult conversations you might have within your organization. Be candid with your team about struggles that you, a family member, or a friend has faced, whether mental health-related or not.

Be comfortable discussing mental health at work. When an employee brings up a mental health challenge, it is OK not to have the perfect answer right out of the gate. It is most important to exhibit a level of comfort and willingness to discuss the topic.

Read the full article about creating a culture of openness around mental health by Kelly Greenwood at The Bridgespan Group