One in five workers are struggling with illegal substance use, according to the latest Laya healthcare Workplace Wellbeing Index. The 2024 Index shows that 16pc of employees are addicted to or have an unhealthy relationship with Class A or illicit drugs. Overall, two in five Irish workers report addiction to or an unhealthy relationship with at least one substance, nicotine (29pc) and alcohol (21pc) being the most prevalent. The data shows that men, those aged 24 and under, and those with a disability or health condition are more likely to struggle with addiction. And senior managers are also more likely to report unhealthy relationships with substances compared to those in more junior roles.

Source: Irish Independent November 05, 2024 14:02 UTC