The Occupational Health Service at Lund University has seen an increase in the number of staff and managers seeking support at an early stage on issues relating to risky or harmful use of, for example, alcohol, other drugs and gambling.
“In recent years, we have seen an increase in the number of staff and managers seeking support before problems have had the chance to lead to serious consequences. This is a very positive trend. The sooner people feel able to ask questions or seek help, the greater the chances of preventing ill health and finding solutions that work,” says Eva Örnling, a nurse at the Occupational Health Service at Lund University.
Where to find support
Whether you are worried about your own situation or concerned about a colleague or co-worker, it can be difficult to know where to turn for support. By making the information easier to find, Lund University aims to help staff access the right support and take action at an early stage.
“Many questions about risky and harmful use only arise when you yourself, or someone close to you, is in a situation where you need to know what the guidelines are. Since the University’s guidelines were revised, there has also been an increase in demand for support with preventative efforts in the workplace. By compiling answers to frequently asked questions in an FAQ, we hope that more people will be able to get help,” says Caroline Amarelle, HR specialist in expertise and sustainable working life in the HR Division.
“Often questions about risky and harmful use arise when you or someone around you is in a situation where you need to know what applies. Since the University’s guidelines were revised, there has also been increased interest in support for preventive work. By gathering answers to frequently asked questions in an FAQ, we want to make it easier to find the right support and information,” says Caroline Amarelle, HR specialist in work environment and health at the HR Division.
Read more on the page Risky and harmful use of alcohol, other drugs and gambling.