AOHC Encore 2023-404 Substance Use Disorder in the Workplace

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Video Summary

The video is a presentation by Dr. Justin Yang, a medical director at QuickGenius, on the topic of substance use disorder in the workforce. Dr. Yang discusses the impact of substance use disorder on employers and employees, as well as the role of occupational health physicians in addressing this issue. He highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to substance use disorder, including prevention, treatment, and support, and emphasizes the importance of using non-stigmatizing language when discussing substance use. Dr. Yang also discusses the role of telehealth in providing substance use disorder treatment, the implications of marijuana legalization, and the legal considerations for drug testing in the workplace. Overall, the presentation provides insights into the challenges and opportunities in addressing substance use disorder in the workforce. No credits were mentioned in the video.

Keywords

substance use disorder

workforce

employers

employees

occupational health physicians

comprehensive approach

prevention

treatment

telehealth

marijuana legalization