When addiction strikes the corner office, it can be quite alarming. You may be wondering what you can do to help a boss who is struggling under the weight of addiction. Working underneath a boss with addiction can be miserable and difficult when you have to cover for a boss who is falling behind at…
When you are in early recovery, the best thing you can do is eat some chocolate. Sounds great, but why this is recommended rests solely on this: it curbs cravings. Eating chocolate is helpful because of the chemical compounds contained within chocolate. Learn more about why chocolate can help you in early addiction treatment and…
Just as addiction is unique to the person experiencing it, treatment should also be tailored to that person, too. There are many treatment options and the new way of treating people with addiction is to provide individualized care. By choosing a program designed with your needs in mind, you will be able to stay more…
Businesses generally have plans in place for crisis situations but that does not protect from every possible thing that may happen. Employment Assistance Programs can provide employees space to deal with personal matters, typically psychological issues, including depression. Creating an intervention plan to help safeguard employees, including executives, against addiction can be very helpful. Addiction…
Technology is great and brings a wealth of new opportunities to people who want to use it for business or pleasure. Unfortunately, some people become addicted to the power of 24/7 connectivity and are not able to put phones or computers away. The on-demand accessibility can be both daunting and exhilarating. Follow some of these…
Addiction for c-suite executives is difficult to address but is necessary if you are to find a healthy balance at work and in life. Professionals often do not take addiction issues serious enough and this can cause problems down the road. Learn more about addiction needs for c-suite executives and how to promote a healthy…
There are many reasons men with addiction struggle to stay sober. Men are not always willing to open up about the struggles and challenges of sobriety with loved ones. This can lead to a risk of relapse. If you are struggling in addiction recovery, there are ways to learn how to open up. Identifying the…
Early recovery is like getting a second chance at life. Getting clean and sober is a start, but one also needs to learn a whole new way of life, including new ways of communication. This can almost feel like learning a new language, and you can face obstacles along the way. Rest assured that there…
Addiction is complex with multiple influences. Intelligence is one you may not have thought of when considering the correlation to addiction. Specialists look at the correlation between addiction and intelligence as quite surprising and highly interesting. Learn more about why scientists are studying this connection and how it can affect how we view addiction. Intelligence…
When an executive checks into rehab for addiction, it can disrupt the usual flow of operations and make you feel like you’re not sure where to start when you return. Facing peers and employees with confidence following time in rehab is important for your transition into a healthy, sober recovery journey. Negativity and resentment can…