Otsuka Pharmaceutical Companies (U.S.)

Approximately 5% of U.S. adults in any given year have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), with >80% of those with PTSD not having served in the military. However, knowledge about the journey from a traumatic event to diagnosis and treatment may be limited.      At Otsuka, we are committed to the continued education and awareness of PTSD, to meet the unmet needs of our patients, caregivers and the communities we serve.      Discover our commitment: https://bit.ly/3TVWmZT #WorldTraumaDay

In honor of Mental Illness Awareness Week, we thank voices like Tarek Rabah, President and CEO of Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. and Diana Chao, MBA, founder and executive director of Letters to Strangers, for using their platform to build awareness of mental illnesses, to advocate for destigmatization, and to share their own lived experiences bravely.  At Otsuka, we hold a deep respect for the value of every mind. We will not rest until mental illnesses and brain diseases are approached with the same priority and urgency as our physical health and recognized as chronic diseases that warrant early, equitable, and accessible intervention for patients and caregivers everywhere. Read more from Tarek in the article below. #MIAW2024

Family caregivers are doing a job that deserves the same recognition as any other paying job.      That is why we're introducing this new family caregiver interactive compensation calculator from Salary.com, sponsored by Otsuka, to enable caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's disease or dementia to calculate their own potential salary to continue to strengthen the need for more support for the too often overlooked.        This compensation research is poised to address the pressing financial challenges confronting unpaid family caregivers and pave the way for alternative payment models and more robust support services.      Visit https://lnkd.in/eUZsKgVH to view and use the calculator (if applicable to you).    Read more now: https://bit.ly/4f6I6FX

This National Coming Out Day let’s honor sharing your authentic selves and breaking down barriers together.       Otsuka-people believe that our current and future success is grounded in science and innovations that are fueled by diversity of lived experiences and thoughts. Our inclusive values inspire unique contributions that lead to new products and health solutions, ultimately enabling equity and access to better outcomes for our people, patients, community, and humanity. In allyship with our employee resource group, we stand together celebrating our differences.    Learn more about the heart of our mission: https://bit.ly/3BxH2w4

Affecting more than 21 million American adults each year, major depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the nation. Additionally, 15% of our youth are affected, equivalent to 3.7 million people in the 12-17 age group.     As National Depression Screening Day is already here, let’s take the time to check in on our loved ones and take one of the first steps towards better health. Like screenings for other illnesses, depression screenings should be no different and a routine part of healthcare.    Learn more now from Mental Health America: https://bit.ly/4dHCEI9 #DepressionScreening #MentalHealthMatters

In line with this year’s theme “It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace”, we are supporting World Mental Health Day by advocating for greater mental health resources for all.     We leverage advocacy programs, awareness campaigns, social impact and policy related initiatives to shine a light on mental health and make meaningful changes.  We commit to providing a comprehensive suite of mental healthcare offerings to support Otsuka-people.   We will not rest until mental illnesses are approached with the same priority and urgency as our physical health and recognized as chronic diseases that warrant early, equitable, and accessible intervention for patients and caregivers everywhere.    However, supporting mental health requires multifaceted collaboration. No one entity can do it alone.     Learn more now: https://bit.ly/4ewBosB #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters

Did you know PTSD is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States? Nearly six in 100 adults will have PTSD in their lifetime. That is why we will not rest until mental illnesses and brain diseases are approached with the same priority and urgency as our physical health. Through products, programs, policies, and advocacy, we are committed to the continued education and awareness of PTSD.  Learn more about our mission: https://bit.ly/4erKDtM

With Mental Health America, we are humbled to announce the launch of the new Equity Impact Zone (EIZ) grant program designed to address mental health equity gaps within local New Jersey communities.    Understanding that factors such as housing, income, food security, safety, and freedom from discrimination are known to be key social drivers of mental health inequity, the mission of the EIZ program is to empower community-based organizations to implement resources tailored to the unique needs of their members. Recipients of the inaugural grants are Young Audiences (YA) New Jersey & Eastern Pennsylvania in Burlington County, and the Mental Health Association of New Jersey (MHANJ) in Trenton.      At Otsuka, we hold a deep respect for the value of every mind. We will not rest until mental illnesses and brain diseases are recognized as chronic diseases that warrant early, equitable, and accessible intervention for patients and caregivers everywhere.  Read more about the recipients: https://bit.ly/486ojUM

Did you know that attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects as many as one in every 20 children? While the condition is most often associated with children, there has been a more recent understanding that ADHD may continue into adulthood for many individuals.      That is why we will not rest until mental illnesses and brain conditions are approached with the same priority and urgency as our physical health and recognized as chronic diseases that warrant early, equitable, and accessible intervention.      Learn more about our commitment: https://bit.ly/4duVuCo

This #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek, we are focusing on bringing awareness to mental illnesses to educate others on the importance of understanding and taking the first step with us.     "As an innovative pharmaceutical company, we know we cannot achieve this as one organization. We must look beyond our own clinical pipelines to collaborate with others who may bring entirely new expertise and mindsets to the table." - Tarek Rabah, President & CEO of Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc.     At Otsuka, we hold a deep respect for the value of every mind. We will not rest until mental illnesses and brain diseases are approached with the same priority and urgency as our physical health and recognized as chronic diseases that warrant early, equitable, and accessible intervention for patients and caregivers everywhere.   Discover our commitment: https://bit.ly/4duVuCo