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.

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One in ten people in their 30s are drinking or high at work