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Beyond the Numbers: Unpacking the Why Behind Staff Turnover in SUD Treatment (And What CEOs Can Do About It)

Beyond the Numbers: Unpacking the Why Behind Staff Turnover in SUD Treatment (And What CEOs Can Do About It)

by Carolyn Ross | May 23, 2025 | Carolyn Ross MD, Workplace

In the previous article, I addressed the high cost of employee turnover in healthcare, focusing on SUD treatment facilities, and provided actionable strategies for CEOs and owners to improve retention. Now, we delve deeper into why behind these departures. While...
The Hidden Cost of Employee Turnover in Healthcare: SUD Treatment: Part 1

The Hidden Cost of Employee Turnover in Healthcare: SUD Treatment: Part 1

by Carolyn Ross | May 14, 2025 | Carolyn Ross MD, Workplace

Staff turnover is a persistent and costly challenge in substance use disorder and mental health treatment facilities. Understanding the full impact of staff turnover and implementing strategies to reduce it is essential for ensuring both clinical excellence and...
The effects of a toxic environment in the workplace

The effects of a toxic environment in the workplace

by Carolyn Ross | May 1, 2025 | Carolyn Ross MD, News, Workplace

The American Psychological Association’s 2024 Work in America study found that 15 percent of survey respondents labeled their workplace as toxic.  This is especially true for the more vulnerable employee, with 24 percent of those living with a cognitive, emotional,...
The complex relationship between PTSD and substance use disorder

The complex relationship between PTSD and substance use disorder

by Carolyn Ross | Apr 17, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Carolyn Ross MD, PTSD

There is a strong correlation between trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorders. Research has shown that 8.3 percent of people who have experienced trauma go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at some point during their lifetime. Meanwhile, a NIDA...
How a workplace can affect the mental health of employees

How a workplace can affect the mental health of employees

by Carolyn Ross | Mar 22, 2025 | Blog, Carolyn Ross MD, Mental health in the workplace

It’s essential to acknowledge the importance of mental health at work with the impact of employees’ work environment being a substantial contributor to wellbeing. Taking a critical look at your workplace’s ability to address your employee’s mental health will enable...
Why a sense of belonging is key to helping addiction patients

Why a sense of belonging is key to helping addiction patients

by Carolyn Ross | Feb 21, 2025 | Addiction Recovery, Carolyn Ross MD

Recovery from addiction is a long and difficult process. A sense of belonging and acceptance can provide a strong foundation for rehabilitation. It can help combat the isolation that increases the risk of relapse and creates a safe space where clients feel supported...
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Carolyn Coker Ross, MD, MPH, CEDS is an African American author, speaker, expert the treatment of eating disorders, trauma and addictions. Dr. Ross is a graduate of The University of Michigan Medical School. She completed a residency in Preventive Medicine and a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) at Loma Linda University and a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. She is board certified in Preventive Medicine and in Addiction Medicine. Dr. Ross has been an international speaker and consultant on issues of mental health, trauma and workplace productivity. Dr. Ross presented a TEDxPleasantGrove talk on “Historical and Intergenerational Trauma in January 2020. She is co-founder of the Institute for Antiracism and Equity (antiracismandequity.com), a consulting group that offers trainings to organizations on diversity and equity in the workplace.

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