Resource Articles

National Recovery Month is observed every September to remind Americans that there is hope for those struggling with a substance use disorder. Vanderbilt Work/Life Connections-EAP shares resources to help you learn, understand, and access support for your journey or a loved one's.

Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition. Assess your risk with the STOP-BANG Assessment.

When there are challenging cases that impact caregiver psychological well-being, Vanderbilt offers a variety of support services for faculty and staff.

When a colleague is impacted by an unanticipated outcome or challenging case, Peer Support Teams within a workgroup proactively offer emotional support to affected peers.

Adverse Event/Unexpected Outcome Support

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We often talk about health and wellness as goals, but the real focus is about our quality of life. We are actually meaning more than wellness; we are seeking “well-being.” Wellness is the absence of illness. While this is a good thing, it doesn't address what it takes to be happy or to enjoy life.

By Chad A. Buck, Ph.D.