10 Signs an Employee May Be Struggling with Substance Use

As many attempt to cope with the ongoing impacts of continued uncertainty, substance use is on the rise. 8 percent of people report needing treatment for substance abuse, but less than 2 percent of them actually receive the professional help they need.

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Addiction is a Treatable Disease

Contrary to popular stigma, addiction is not a sign of weakness or a character flaw: it’s a complex disease that affects the brain and body. Thankfully, addiction treatment works, reducing health and social costs by far more than the cost of the treatment itself. Managers are ideally positioned to identify employees who may be struggling and encourage them to seek professional support.

Learn to recognize the warning signs of substance use, like:

Absenteeism and poor work performance
Mood changes or drowsiness
Avoiding interactions after work breaks or lunches
Unexplained financial difficulties