Module 1: Substance Use & Mental Health: An Overview 

Substance use and mental health challenges affect every workplace, often in ways that are unseen, misunderstood, or misattributed to “performance issues.” This self-paced module provides employers with a practical, non-clinical overview of substance use, Substance Use Disorders (SUD), and their connection to mental health and workplace performance.

You’ll learn how to distinguish between substance use and substance use disorders, understand the scope of the issue in today’s workforce, and recognize common workplace signs, without diagnosing or labeling employees. The goal is not to turn managers into clinicians, but to equip employers with awareness, language, and perspective that support safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces.

This module emphasizes:

• Real-world relevance to attendance, safety, productivity, and culture
• Reducing stigma while maintaining accountability
• Early awareness as a tool for prevention and support