05/17/21
Chitra Goel
Do you know that there are 6 million reported active cases of workplace substance abuse in the USA? In fact, clinical workplace surveys show that drug and alcohol abuse cases remain one of the most serious issues faced by U.S. businesses, with a price tag of $276 billion a year. Here is a list of seven secret signs of workplace substance abuse.
Studies show that over 70 percent of illicit workplace drug users are aged between 18 and 30.
Why Should Employers Pay Attention?
Alcohol, prescription drugs, and illegal drug abuse in the workplace are on the rise! Substance abuse not only poses a health risk to employees personal lives but also has similar effects on their professional life. Substance abuse at work may be a serious legal issue with negative consequences for the employee, co-workers, and employer. This dangerous and widespread problem may cause violent behavior, workplace accidents, and/or workplace incidents such as mass shootings. Therefore, it s