Podcast: Cognitive behavioral science tech for substance use disorders

Listen to the Tech Talks Daily Podcast with Neil C. Hughes featuring Clark Lagemann, Co-CEO of Avidon Health.

Time to listen: 17 minutes – Tech Talks Daily Podcast

In this episode:

Clark Lagemann joins Neil C. Hughes on the Tech Talks Daily Podcast to discuss how technology can help employees who are struggling with substance abuse. According to a recent survey, the pandemic has exacerbated substance use for employees. Among workers struggling with addiction or substance abuse issues, more than one-third say it has affected their work more since the pandemic began. Unfortunately, many employees are afraid to say they need help.

They may end up leaving the workforce altogether or suffer in silence as their work deteriorates–and they may experience safety risks if their job entails driving or using heavy machinery. So what can employers and companies do to help if they don’t know their employee is struggling?

Fortunately, technology can make a difference for individuals needing to make a change and Avidon Health takes a different approach to online coaching through a hybrid approach.

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Avidon Health Team
Avidon Health is transforming how organizations promote healthier lifestyles through behavior change science and technology-driven coaching. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve better health outcomes while driving measurable business success for our clients.With over 20 years of expertise in health coaching and cognitive behavioral training, we’ve built a platform that delivers personalized, 1-to-1 well-being experiences at scale.Today, organizations use Avidon to reimagine engagement, enhance health, and create lasting behavior change—making wellness more accessible, impactful, and results-driven.

Avidon Health Team

Avidon Health is a team of behavior change and technology experts who empower health outcomes for participants, and business objectives for clients.Avidon launched in 2020 following MedPro Wellness’ acquisition of SelfHelpWorks, which brought together more than 20 years of proven health coaching and cognitive behavioral training expertise. With a renewed vision, we created Engagement Rx®, a dynamic coaching and content delivery platform that provides personalized, 1-to-1 health and well-being experiences at scale.Our solutions are now driving a revolution in personalized care that is enabling clients to reimagine the way they connect with and enhance the lives of their diverse populations.

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