Welcome to “Expert Insights: Workplace Mental Health with Michael Wellington,” a video course meant to shed light on how to manage mental health in the workplace as an employee. Throughout this five-part course, you’ll learn the basics of workplace mental health from subject matter expert Michael Wellington, the founder of Birdies for Bipolar and author of “Birdies, Bogeys, and Bipolar Disorder: The Fight against Mental Illness on and off the Green.” To start, you’ll discover Michael Wellington’s story as a successful person living with bipolar disorder. Then, you’ll examine common mental health disorders and learn about treatment options and coping skills. While viewing this course, you’ll also consider your options in opening up about any mental health conditions at work and even learn how to effectively support a coworker who is struggling with their mental health. Ultimately, you should understand that mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, every mental illness can be managed, and, if you live with a mental health condition, you are not alone.