Carmela Y Drake
The addiction field faces a critical juncture, grappling with a limited body of research on leadership development amidst an aging workforce. With the average age of current addiction professionals steadily increasing, there is a pressing need for effective strategies to develop the next generation of leaders.
Brian N. Paulson, Amy L. Hayes, Brad A. Imhoff, Stacey C. Lilley and Charlotte A. Crosland
The escalating demand for substance abuse treatment, amplified by global crises and their enduring consequences, has cast a stark light on the occupational health of addiction counselors. While research has extensively documented the prevalence and impact of burnout and compassion fatigue (CF) across various helping professions, the unique challenges encountered by addiction counselors necessitate a more focused examination.