A substance use disorder isn't just a personal struggle — it's a workplace crisis that requires leaders' immediate attention and intervention.
Today, nearly two-thirds of people suffering from a substance use disorder are employed, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For organizations, this means that using benefits and policies to address these disorders has become a critical issue for both their business and the health and safety of their employees.
"Substance use disorder is an epidemic that keeps growing," said Zakia Natour, the director of people and talent at addiction and recovery platform Eleanor Health. "Access to treatment and reducing the stigma around getting support has come so far, but there's a huge opportunity to continue."
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