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Employee assistance programs.

R L Austin1

  • 1General Motors Corp., Detroit, MI 48202.

Clinical Chemistry
|October 1, 1987
PubMed
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Workplace substance abuse affects productivity and increases costs, impacting employees and their families. Joint union-management programs aim to help individuals with addiction confront and treat their diseases, fostering a healthier work environment.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Addiction Medicine
  • Industrial Relations

Background:

  • Substance abuse is prevalent in the workforce, affecting over 95% of individuals with alcohol or drug problems.
  • Workplace substance abuse leads to increased costs, reduced productivity, and accidents.
  • The problem extends beyond the individual, impacting families and coworkers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the pervasive nature of substance abuse in the workplace.
  • To emphasize the role of joint union-management programs in addressing addiction.
  • To outline the collaborative efforts between General Motors (GM), United Auto Workers (UAW), and International Union of Electronic, Electrical, Salaried and Machine Workers (IUE) in substance abuse treatment.

Main Methods:

  • The abstract discusses the impact of substance abuse on workplace dynamics.

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  • It highlights the collaborative approach involving GM and various unions.
  • Focuses on facilitating access to treatment for employees with addictive diseases.

    • Main Results:

    • Substance abuse significantly impacts workplace costs, productivity, and safety.
    • Joint union-management programs serve as a catalyst for individuals to seek help.
    • GM, in cooperation with UAW and IUE, is actively supporting employees with addictive diseases.

    Conclusions:

    • Addressing substance abuse requires a collaborative effort between employers and unions.
    • Workplace programs are crucial in helping individuals confront and treat addiction.
    • Continued progress is expected from ongoing joint initiatives to support employee wellness.