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Managing the Emotional Consequences of the Financial Crisis
A recently published
white paper suggests that what we know about emotional and behavioral responses to other types of disasters can be helpful in managing the psychological consequences of
the current global financial crisis.
Huge ROI - Integrating EAP with Absence and Disability Management
A new study shows that when absence and disability management services are focused on workplace health programs such
as an EAP, the cost savings range from 16% to 61% when compared to previous costs. Read the
study.
EAP Involvement in Fitness for Duty Evaluations
When might a Fitness for Duty Evaluation (FFDE) be necessary? What are some of the
measures that EAPs and employers should consider when one is needed? Read the
article and learn more about EAP involvement in FFDEs.
Silver Lining in Economic Bailout Bill - Mental Health and Addiction Parity Act
More than one-third of all Americans will soon receive better insurance coverage for mental health and addiction treatment because of a new law that, for the first time, requires equal coverage of mental and physical illnesses.
The requirement, was included in the economic bailout bill that President Bush signed on Friday, October 3rd.
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Wish you could have attended EAPA's 2008 Annual World EAP Conference?
If you didn't make it to the Conference this year, read our Conference Blog to get a taste of this year's exciting event in Atlanta, Georgia.
North Carolina Chapter Announces All Day Conference
The North Carolina Chapter announces its December 11, 2008 conference, "Embracing Diversity: Addressing Harassment in the Workplace", from 8:30am - 4:40pm, at the
Comfort Suites, in Pineville, NC. For more information, go to http://www.eapa.com
and click on the Conference & Events section - a registration form will come up with a link for online payment.
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Tell Us What You Think About EAPA's New Revised Code of Ethics!
EAPA's Ethics Task Force has created a first draft of the revised Code of Ethics. The Task Force is requesting you review this proposed
document and send your
comments/feedback to ethics@eapassn.org no later than November 30, 2008. Please reference the numbered section you are discussing in your e-mail.
Have You Registered for the CEAP Online Directory?
Don’t forget to register for the new Online CEAP Directory, an exciting new benefit offered by EAPA. Colleagues, potential employers, and the general public will be able to identify you as a CEAP and contact you as the need arises. There is no charge to be listed or to
use the directory. If you would like to be included in this directory, register now.
