Employees affected by a substance use disorder need resources and support, not judgment and fear. This is where employers come in.
A survey from virtual substance use management clinic Pelago revealed that 35% of workers are struggling personally or have a loved one dealing with a substance use disorder (SUD), and 38% of these respondents reported missing work due to their mental health. Pelago also found that while more than half of workers wished their company provided some form of support, only 14% said they have access to resources like personalized treatment and behavioral therapy. Just 37% reported that they or their loved one struggling with an SUD received treatment.
