New study reveals alarming stat about people in their 30s at work
The findings indicate that substance use is particularly prevalent among workers in food preparation, service, construction, and other safety-sensitive occupations.
The research highlights a strong link between substance use at work and misuse outside of work, with employees often using substances as a coping mechanism for adverse working conditions or personal circumstances.
The study, based on data from over 5,400 employees surveyed between 2015 and 2016, found that 8.9 per cent reported workplace substance use, including alcohol, marijuana, and harder drugs.
The authors suggest that updated workplace policies and improved access to support services are crucial to addressing and mitigating the issue of substance misuse among workers.
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