One in ten people in their 30s are drinking or high at work
New study reveals alarming stat about people in their 30s at work
- A study by Ohio State University researchers revealed that nearly one in ten US employees in their 30s use alcohol or drugs while working.
- 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.