What Companies Lose By Skimping On Mental Wellness Programs
U.S. adults stand a nearly 50% chance of developing a mental health issue in their lifetimes, yet employers spend little on mental wellness. By one recent measure, companies are now pouring over $70 billion a year into corporate training in the U.S., an investment that’s been growing at record rates in years following the recovery… Read More
Prevent workplace violence in a economic downturn
In times of economic uncertainty, it’s easy for business owners and executives to focus solely on business performance. But employers shouldn’t forget that a slow economy has just as much of an impact on their workforce as it does on their business. Even a slight dip can cause strain and emotional distress that can lead… Read More
EMPLOYEE DRUG ABUSE: TRUTH, IMPACT, AND RESPONSE AT THE WORKPLACE
Drug abuse has become a rampant problem in society. In the workplace, it can become an even bigger problem as it can have a huge impact on any business. In this article, we will look at the prevalence and effect of drug abuse in the workplace. FACTS ABOUT DRUGS IN THE WORKPLACE Drug abuse in… Read More
Guns at work: Do you know the laws and policies?
By: Catherine Iste True or false: Only law enforcement and some security guards are allowed to bring weapons to work. It must be true, right? Could you imagine if just anyone could bring a gun to work? But what about our constitutional right to bear arms? If an employee has a legitimate permit, isn’t it lawful… Read More
First Comprehensive History of Employee Assistance Programs to Be Funded by the Employee Assistance Research Foundation
Posted: Apr 05, 2016 2:01 AM PDT Updated: Apr 05, 2016 2:01 AM PDT NORFOLK, Va. –(BUSINESS WIRE) The Employee Assistance Research Foundation (EARF) is pleased to announce a major new research effort, the EAP History Project, to address a critical deficiency in the employee assistance knowledge base: the need for a definitive… Read More
5 strategies leaders can use to keep their teams happy
JOSH NICHOLAS Creating a happy workplace brings wins on multiple fronts. Not only will there be more smiles around the office, research shows a happy and healthy workplace can help the bottom line of a business. Research by PricewaterhouseCoopers shows a $2.30 average return for every $1 spent on supporting mental health. Happy and mentally… Read More
What Makes an Employee Assistance Program Effective?
by Sherrie Scott, Demand Media Employees are often faced with difficulties that cause stress in their daily lives. Marital and family issues, financial troubles and workplace conflict can negatively affect employees, resulting in poor job performance and unscheduled absences. Circumstances, such as starting a family or supporting aging loved ones, are also situations that may… Read More
Recipient Of Assistance Saves Job
This is a re-post of a 1989 article in the Chicago Tribute. 27 years later EAP’s are still assisting employee’s through all types of adverse situations. If you have EAP at your employer and need support or assistance call. Employee Business Solutions Recipient Of Assistance – It Saved His Job February 26, 1989|By Ann Piccininni…. Read More
Mental Health First Aid Shatters Stigma With Suicide
BY ALEX ZIELINSKI JAN 19, 2016 8:00 AM CREDIT: DYLAN PETROHILOS Brenda Crawford was taught the textbook description of psychosis while she was studying for a masters degree in counseling, decades ago. “It was always explained as ‘hearing voices in your head’,” said Crawford, who works for Wyoming’s state employee assistance program. “Which I had… Read More
A New Way to Help Traumatized Clients Relieve Guilt, Shame, and Isolation
A New Way to Help Traumatized Clients Relieve Guilt, Shame, and Isolation Susan Clancy • January 19, 2016 As a graduate student at Harvard in the mid-1990s, I participated in research studies carried out by the psychology department that began in October 1996 and continued until August 2005 to interview adults who had experience sexual… Read More
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