Does somebody you work with have a problem with alcohol or drugs? It’s fairly common, new research shows us. A recent survey from DrugAbuse.com found that 23 percent of respondents admit they used drugs or alcohol while at work, with nearly 6 in 10 say they have used alcohol at work during the regular day. (Not during an office party or special event.)  Almost 23 percent of survey takers admitted they’ve smoked pot on the job. Many of these people likely have a substance use disorder. Addiction doesn’t discriminate, and there are people in almost every industry that struggle with substance ..read more

When you were using drugs, did you talk to your using friends about your deepest secrets or problems? Or did you just “shut down” and get high? Most likely, you chose the latter option. After all, most people who use drugs or alcohol to excess are using drugs to relax or “feel good”. Most people who have a substance use disorder can point to times where they were unhappy or upset. But the coping mechanism that they chose to deal with these emotions was simply using more of their favorite substance. Using drugs and alcohol is a way to escape negative emotions, but it’s not a way to cope with ..read more