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Employers play an important role in an employee’s recovery from addiction and substance use disorders. But they need the right tools to ensure their support makes a difference.
Around 70% of those with an addiction to drugs or alcohol are also employed, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. While around 72% of those will be in recovery at some point in their lives, the path to get there can be challenging and hard-fought.
Alyssa Place is the editor-in-chief of Employee Benefit News and has been with the team since 2019. Her work covers mental health, DEI, women at work, financial wellness, retirement and workplace … Read full bio
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