Contents
Basics on the topics of consumption and addiction
- Different types of addiction, e.g. alcohol and cannabis addiction, anorexia.
- Model for the development of addiction.
- Definitions, figures, data, facts.
- Cost aspects for the economy and companies.
- Differentiation: consumption, abuse and addiction.
Options for action and conducting discussions
- Dealing with affected Employees and their colleagues.
- Role of the manager in dealing with those affected.
- Possibilities for help, in particular addressing those affected.
- Tips on how to deal with those affected, in particular how to conduct conversations.
- Further help and the addiction support system.
Framework conditions and legal aspects
- Addiction prevention as a component of occupational health management (OHM).
- Obligations and opportunities for employers.
- Company agreement on addiction and step-by-step plan.
Best practice and discussion
Note:
The webinar can be booked as a possible in-depth course as part of the Psychological First Aider course or individually if you have the relevant prior knowledge. It is designed to build on the content of the "Psychological first aid in the company" seminar.
Learning environment
Once you have registered, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services relating to this training course in your online learning environment.
Your benefit
- They develop an understanding of the development of addiction.
- You will learn conversation techniques to address and professionally support those affected.
- They know appropriate and constructive procedures for resolving problems caused by addiction.
- They know the legal framework for dealing with consumption and addiction in the workplace.
- You will learn about the possibilities and limitations of dealing with those affected.
Methods
Lecture, presentation, case studies, discussion and exchange of experiences.
Recommended for
Managers, HR managers or Employees from the HR department in companies. Furthermore, health officers, OHM coordinators, works councils, BEM officers and all committed colleagues who want to be able to provide psychological first aid.
Further recommendations for "Consumption and addiction in the workplace"
Start dates and details

Thursday, 03.07.2025
09:00 am - 1:00 pm

Monday, 13.10.2025
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Monday, 26.01.2026
09:00 am - 1:00 pm