Well, that is a horrible way to start your day.
I need you to do is run the application in compatibility mode for Windows XP even though you may be using another version of Windows (7, 8 or 10, etc.). Here is how:
1. Right-click the shortcut icon, and click Properties.
2. Click the Compatibility tab.
3. Here, put a check mark by Run This Program as an Administrator.
4. Next, place a check mark next to Run This Program in Compatibility Mode For and ensure Windows XP Pro Service Pack 3 is selected.
5. Click OK.
In the end your settings should match this:
Hopefully, this has fixed your issue. If it does not, then we need to get our hands a bit more dirty, but let's see how that goes first.