FACTS
- There are some people who abuse drugs or alcohol and qualify as “high-functioning,” or able to reach personal and professional success despite substance abuse. “High-functioning” does not mean healthy. Substance abuse and addiction cause damage in workplaces.
- Prevention of problems occurs by implementing an effective workplace drug program that deals with drug testing before hiring, drug testing during employment and consequences for violating the rules.
- Factors that contribute to alcohol and drug abuse in the workplace include:
- Workplace culture and acceptance of misuse of substances.
- Workplace alienation.
- Availability of alcohol and drugs.
- Existence and enforcement of workplace substance abuse […]
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