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The Risks of Drinking Outside of Work Hours

By Scot Thomas, MD, Senior Medical Editor at American Addiction Centers Feb 25, 2020 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Feb 25, 2020

Happy hour and after-work drinks often go hand in hand with long days on the job, providing networking opportunities and a chance to unwind. Establishments offering inexpensive drinks between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. know that it’s a profitable decision, as it caters to the steady demand of those who choose to indulge at the […]

What to Do About Workplace Risk Factors for Alcohol Abuse

By Dr. Lawrence Weinstein, Chief Medical Officer, American Addiction Centers May 31, 2019 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: May 31, 2019

Do you associate alcohol addiction with workplace events, like a group of coworkers at a happy hour on a Friday afternoon? No, but perhaps you should. Nearly 50 million Americans struggle with addiction, and alcohol is the most common culprit. Drinking is pervasive throughout our culture, with almost half of all Americans over age 12 […]