Hazelden Foundation survey reveals disparity between severity of problem and employer assistance
CENTER CITY, MINN. (July 17, 2007)
-- A national survey of human resources professionals conducted by the nonprofit Hazelden Foundation shows that while substance abuse and addiction are recognized as among the most serious problems faced in the workplace, employer policies and practices are not fully addressing the problem.
The survey also found that although most companies offer employee assistance programs, many do not openly and proactively deal with employee substance abuse issues, do not refer employees to treatment programs and face barriers that prevent them from helping employees seek and receive addiction treatment.
The survey of more than 1,000 senior human resource professionals provides an in-depth look at HR professionals’ knowledge of substance abuse and addiction in the workplace and the roles they play in helping both employers and employees identify and address this serious public health issue.
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Read National Survey Highlights (PDF)
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