Mental health and wellness encompasses far more than just an absence of mental illness, says the February edition of Workplace Wellness E-Digest.

“From time to time, we all experience demands and stressors that impact our ability to cope with life’s challenges and that take a toll on our sense of well-being,” says the newsletter, published by the Department of Human Resources’ Office of Employee Engagement and Development.

It shares everyday activities that can improve mental wellness, a self-help checklist and screening tools for common anxiety disorders, symptoms of depression and information on where to go for help. Read the Workplace Wellness E-Digest.