FACTS

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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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