Employees dealing with the relentless stress of the pandemic are increasingly turning to drugs and alcohol to take the edge off.
Time to read: 3 minutes
By Paola Peralta
Synopsis:
- Even in the face of office re-openings and the imminent return of the world as we once knew it, the uptick in employees grappling with substance use isn’t likely to subside.
- By June of last year, 13% of Americans reported starting or increasing their substance use as a way to cope with stress or emotions related to COVID-19, according to the CDC.
- At-risk employees are spelling trouble for workplace productivity.
- “When there’s a stigma it means you probably don’t want to get help.”
- Avidon Health released LivingClear to address the need for new, discreet solutions for SUD.
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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.
