Addiction in the workplace is often a silent issue. In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast host Chris Howard and guest, Dr. Georges Petitjean, Clinical Director at Inclusion, cut through the taboo to reveal why HR leaders can’t afford to ignore it.

Georges explains that addiction is as a spectrum, from low-risk use, on one end, to compulsive behaviours continued despite harm, on the other. This not only includes well-known addictions but also caffeine, prescription medication, or even behavioural addictions such as gambling. All of these challenges have an impact on the employee’s personal life but also their work life, and as such should be a consideration for HR leaders.