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Building a Workplace that Supports Mental Health: From Words to Action

We now understand that one in five adults in the U.S. will experience a diagnosable mental health condition in a typical year. These may range from the acute experience of grief after the loss of a loved one to chronic conditions such as anxiety, depression, or substance use disorders. Substance use disorders give rise to a host of mental health challenges for the person with the substance use disorder and the nearly 19 million children raised in their homes.

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Alcohol Awareness Month: Balancing Risks and Benefits of Alcohol Use

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In 2022, the last full year for which numbers are available, 13,524 people were killed in alcohol-impaired traffic incidents. It is worth noting that the blood alcohol level of nearly 70% of the drivers in those accidents was twice the drunk driving limit of .08.

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Beyond the Obvious: Recognizing Signs of Substance Misuse in the Workplace.

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A national delivery service truck driver had a troubling routine: stocking a beer cooler and cracking open a few beers to celebrate the end of his shift. But on a summer night in 2021, his reckless habit took an unfortunate turn when he started drinking early while still driving his semi-truck. At 4:00 a.m., his

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Progression of Addiction

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Tragically, these risks can sometimes lead to death. The consequences of use depend on the substance. For example, narcotic and opioid abuse accounts for approximately 70% of overdose deaths, while 13,524 lives were lost in drunk driving accidents in 2022 alone.

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A Caring Reminder for a Safer Holiday Season

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In 2022 alone, 32% of traffic-related deaths—totaling 13,524 lives lost—were due to accidents involving drivers with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over the legal limit of 0.08. Even more concerning is that approximately 16% of drivers involved in fatal crashes had a BAC below the legal limit.

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Holiday Celebrations and Staying Safe

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The holiday season offers much to celebrate. By approaching alcohol thoughtfully and taking steps to stay safe, we can all enjoy a healthy, happy season. Here’s to celebrating responsibly and looking forward to a prosperous new year!

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Care About Mental Health in the Workplace? What are you doing about Bullying?

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What are the consequences of bullying for the target? Workplace bullying can lead to chronic anxiety and stress, often contributing to feelings of depression.

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Episode 17 All About Benefits

Podcast / Bill Heffernan

In this episode we discuss everything from health insurance to leaves. We look a bit at the costs and give some of our experiences that we have seen work for organizations.

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Episode 16 Compassion in the Workplace

Podcast / Bill Heffernan

Join us as we discuss Compassion and the difference between compassion, empathy and sympathy. What are the complexities and benefits of offering compassion in the workplace.

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Back to School – Stay Aware

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With the growing dangers surrounding drugs—particularly counterfeit pills, high-potency marijuana, and alcohol—maintaining open and ongoing conversations with your child about these critical issues is essential.

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