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The troubled employee. Employee assistance programs.

D A Masi

    Occupational Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
    |October 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study examines the cost-effectiveness and development of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). It explores various EAP models and suggests future research directions for these vital workplace resources.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Organizational Psychology
    • Human Resources Management

    Background:

    • Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are crucial for supporting workforce well-being.
    • Understanding the economic viability and strategic implementation of EAPs is essential for organizations.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To elucidate the cost-benefit analyses of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).
    • To describe various EAP models and their development.
    • To postulate future directions for EAP research and application.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of existing EAP research.
    • Analysis of cost-effectiveness data.
    • Comparative description of different EAP program structures.

    Main Results:

    • EAPs demonstrate positive cost-benefit outcomes.
    • Diverse EAP models exist, each with unique implementation strategies.
    • Program evaluation metrics are key to EAP success.

    Conclusions:

    • EAPs offer a justifiable return on investment.
    • Tailoring EAP models to organizational needs is critical.
    • Future EAP development should focus on evidence-based practices and expanded service offerings.

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