Introduction

This timely book brings together for the first time critical information about the evaluation of employee assistance programs. Although EAPs have existed for over 40 years, the assessment of their value has been fragmented.

Contributors and Content

Contributors to this new volume--blending practical and academic insights--document concerns, address the newer issues and developments in the field of EAPs, and present case examples of actual evaluations.

Topics and Focus

The range and diversity of topics reflect EAPs in transition, their growth patterns, evaluation needs, and evaluation methods.

Key Message

Overall, this important volume emphasizes that successful evaluations depend not only on methodological expertise but a consideration of much broader salient and societal issues.