Drug Education and Prevention for Employers/Employees

Drug Education and Prevention for Employers/Employees Introduction Video

As an employer, dealing with substance use among employees can be challenging. This section gives you tools so you can help your employees in the best way possible. Our purpose is to give you some basics to be more in control. We also provide quizzes at the end of every article to test your knowledge.

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  • Image used to represent our How Employers Can Support Employees Struggling with Addiction page

    There is a significant amount of stigma surrounding people who are addicted and who are in recovery from addiction. There is also a common misconception that anyone addicted to drugs or alcohol is homeless or unemployed. This can lead to…
  • Image used to represent our Employer's Guide to Preventing Drug Use in the Workplace page

    It is well documented that using drugs and alcohol impairs decision-making abilities and physically impairs the person. Unfortunately, no business, regardless of its size, type, or location, is immune to substance use problems. It is estimated that around 70% of…
  • Image used to represent our Substance Use in the Service Industry page

    Workers in the hospitality and service industry face unique challenges, and as a result, many struggle with addiction and mental health issues. Anyone familiar with the hospitality and service industry can confirm that it is challenging and stressful. It is…
  • Image used to represent our Employee Assistance Programs Explained and Its Role in Treating Substance Use Disorders page

    An employee assistance program can assist employees with various issues. It can offer short-term counseling and other interventions to help with substance use disorders. An EAP is offered by an employer, and employees can access it for personal or work-related…
  • Image used to represent our How to Professionally Address the Employment Gap Because of Substance Use Treatment page

    Drug and alcohol addiction takes a devastating toll on employability and maintaining a job. Many people addicted to drugs are fired from jobs because of their substance use. Other individuals struggle to find work. Additionally, the time spent in substance…
  • Image used to represent our Dangers of Substance Use in the Workplace page

    The loss to companies in the United States due to drug and alcohol use by employees totals $100 billion a year, according to the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information. There are additional costs associated with diverting company resources…
  • Image used to represent our Returning to Work After Drug Rehab: Things to Consider page

    Returning to work after drug rehab is different for each person. Some individuals make the transition easily because it was not a place of drug or alcohol use. Others struggle because their work was a trigger causing substance use, and…
  • Image used to represent our How to Quickly Recognize Which Drugs a Person Has Used page

    Learning to identify what drugs a person has used or is under the influence of is a skill that can help someone stop using drugs. In addition, it can prevent overdose and save someone’s life. Many of the signs and…
  • Image used to represent our Substance Use and Construction Workers page

    Construction is physically and mentally challenging. It is common for many workers to resort to drugs and alcohol to cope with stress or self-medicate to manage physical pain. Construction workers can turn to licit or illicit substances because of long…
  • Image used to represent our How Does an Employer Handle Employee Substance Use? page

    Dealing with issues indicating an employee’s possible substance use often requires Human Resources professionals, outside legal counsel, and workplace drug and alcohol use policies. Employees with substance use problems introduce risks for any company, and it is crucial to handle…
  • Image used to represent our Substance Use in the Arts and Entertainment Industry page

    Drug and alcohol addiction in the arts and entertainment industry is a common problem. From movies to music and everywhere in between, pop culture and entertainment are riddled with substance use and addiction problems. What Factors Influence Substance Use in…
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SUPE® IS A NONPROFIT PLATFORM FUNDED AND HOSTED BY DRS. IT IS THE DRUG EDUCATION AND PREVENTION SECTION OF DRS & ADDICTED.ORG.

IT WAS CREATED TO FURTHER DRS’ MISSION TO EDUCATE PEOPLE AND TO PREVENT SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER.