Date of Conferral
2022
Degree
Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.)
School
Business Administration
Advisor
Carol-Anne Faint
Abstract
Workplace substance abuse has remained pervasive in recent years, despite substance abuse programs. Abuse in the workplace poses significant risks to business owners in safety, performance, and overall operational success. Grounded in the theory of reasoned action, the purpose of this qualitative multiple case study was to explore strategies human resources managers (HRMs) use to prevent substance abuse use in the workplace to increase employee productivity. The participants were four HRMs working within the Southeast regions of the United States with significant experience in successfully implementing substance abuse programs. Data were collected using semistructured interviews and organizational documentation, including regulations. The thematic analysis exposed four themes: (a) substance use impact on employee absenteeism and productivity, (b) substance use awareness and communication, (c) substance use intervention and consequences, and (d) effective strategies to prevent substance use. One recommendation is to reduce employee substance abuse through individualized strategies. The implications for positive social change include the potential to increase employee productivity and retention, reduce absenteeism and workplace injuries, and improve employees' health.
Recommended Citation
Grant, Victor A., "Effective Strategies to Prevent and Reduce Substance Abuse in the Workplace" (2022). Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies. 12992.
https://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/12992
