You may think you’re hiding your addiction well, but chances are those around you already realize something’s wrong. Maybe you’ve considered treatment, but were afraid you couldn’t afford the out-of-pocket costs or that you’d lose your job if you asked to take a 30- or 45-day leave of absence.
Your employer may be more eager for you to get help than you think. Employee alcohol and drug abuse costs companies upwards of $100 billion a year, according to The National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information. The losses are seen in productivity, injuries and an increase in health insurance claims.
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