Here’s how HR leaders can help employees struggling with their mental health after the election

The results are in, and Trump has won.

In doing so, he made more than half of the American people happy. But what else? Not so much. A large number of people are struggling to come to terms with the results of this week’s election. And because most people spend a third of their lives at work, they will be bringing that feeling to the office.

Smart CEOs and HR leaders probably did their best to create a calm workplace during the presidential election. But now that the race is over, managers may be dealing with a different kind of problem: A large number of disaffected workers.

“Going into this election, the country was split about 50-50. So that means half of the people in our workplace are very upset today.” Jennifer Dulski, CEO of Rising Team, k’ a workplace software company, he says Good luck.

Good luck spoke to experts about what managers, people leaders, and HR managers can do to help employees who are struggling emotionally this week, and in the months following the election. They say time off can be very important for employees to deal with their emotions, but allowing people to work remotely can go a long way.

“Just accept that some people find comfort in walking their dog, petting their cat, going for a walk in nature,” Angela Kimball, national director of advocacy and public policy at the National Alliance on Mental Illness, says. . Good luck.

It can also help to remind employees of the mental health benefits they have. A single enrollment offer may not leave a lasting impression on many employees, who may not know they have access to counseling and other health benefits.

“Give them a phone number again, give them a link again, send blast emails. Give them the information they need to cope with the situation,” Maria Trapenasso, head of human resources solutions at NFP, a global benefits consultant and insurance broker, says. Good luck.

And while it’s important for leaders to avoid alienating employees by pushing their political beliefs into the workplace, showing a personal touch is important. It’s okay to let people know that you care about their feelings.

“Your boss can affect your mental health as much as anyone else in your life,” Leena Rinne, head of global coaching at Skillsoft, says. Good luck. “Including your partner.”

You can read the full story on how to support workers’ mental health this election week here.

Emma Burleigh
emma.burleigh@fortune.com

Brit Morse
brit.morse@fortune.com

Today’s edition is edited by Brit Morse.

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