The problem of sexual harassment in the workplace is not a new problem and will continue to be a problem for some time to come. And not only is it a problem that has been around for a while it is expanding to include the internet as well. This makes the problem even more accessible at work and thus a more important topic for employers to address. Having a well thought out educational program that is supported by the company's EAP is the best way to hopefully prevent and if necessary deal with any problems that arise. Employees that have been educated can then be held responsible for their actions in the workplace. The key is to define for the employees what is acceptable behavior and what is not. The rules for behavior should become ingrained within the culture of the company so that they are automatic. If this is the approach that employers take from now on, there should be a decline in the amount of workplace sexual...

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