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May 2024
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Why Proactive Mental Health is the Key t...

CHRIS RAINEY
About this episode

In today's episode of the HR Leaders Podcast, we are joined by Paula Allen, Senior Vice President of Research, Analytics, and Innovation at TELUS Health.

Paula shares her journey from starting as a clinician to becoming a pivotal leader in corporate mental health advocacy. She discusses the evolving landscape of mental health, the impact of societal changes, and the importance of integrating mental health support into various facets of life.


🎓 In this episode, Sue discusses:

- The shift from reactive to proactive mental health support.

- The impact of loneliness and societal trends towards isolation.

- Potential effects of AI on mental health and the need to manage rapid change.

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