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Increase in US Workers Testing Positive for Illegal Drug Use
Recent data taken from millions of workplace drug tests shows that U.S. workers testing positive for illicit drug use is now at its highest level in a decade. Detection of illicit drugs— ranging from...
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A Prescription Drug Monitoring Program that Works
Opioids have been prescribed with increasing frequency in the last two decades. This increase has led to an epidemic of drug abuse and a startling number of overdose deaths. A recent study from the...
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3 Barriers Keeping You From Getting Drug and Alcohol Treatment
Maybe you are at the point where you’re ready to get drug and alcohol treatment, which is the first step to recovery. But the barriers and fears that keep you from following through with treatment can...
View ArticleFeeling Pressured to Drink with Coworkers?
Maintaining sobriety at work isn’t always easy. In addition to opportunities for drinking at work, there is also pressure when it comes to drinking to fit in. These situations are challenging for...
View ArticleFighting the Urge to Drink and Use Drugs over the Holidays
Eating, drinking and the holidays go together. For people who have problems with drugs and drinking, this makes the holidays a difficult time. Add to that the stress of being with family, and you have...
View ArticleIs Alcohol Addiction in Your DNA?
When it comes to alcohol addiction, DNA might play a larger role than was known before. A new report suggests that the alcohol addiction DNA connection is real. This understanding may make it possible...
View Article5 Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve Sober
If you undergo drug testing or alcohol testing at work, then being sober for the New Year may be important. Staying sober becomes even more vital for recovering addicts. Fortunately, there are many...
View ArticleDoes Legalization of Marijuana Create Addiction Problems?
Marijuana legalization has become a reality in a number of states. Many people see marijuana as a harmless drug. However, legalization can have a negative impact on people who have addiction issues....
View ArticleWhat Defines a Synthetic Drug?
A synthetic drug has properties and effects similar to a known narcotics but having a slightly altered chemical structure, created in order to evade restrictions against illegal substances. Claims are...
View ArticleAlcoholism & the Workplace
Unfortunately, alcoholism is a common and costly disease in the United States. NIDA estimates the total cost of alcohol use disorders is about $224 billion. If you are concerned that a coworker may be...
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