Jurisprudencia y Ciencias Sociales

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    Las sustancias psicoactivas y las relaciones laborales
    (Universidad Técnica de Ambato, Facultad de Jurisprudencia y Ciencias Sociales, Carrera de Trabajo Social, 2026-01-20)
    Pineda Sánchez, Solange Nicole
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    Naranjo Ruiz, Viviana Fidencia
    This research explores how the use of psychoactive substances relates to workplace interactions within the Decentralized Autonomous Government (GAD) of Ambato. The study originates from a rising concern about the presence of alcohol, tobacco, and other opioids in work environments, and how these forms of consumption may affect productivity, mental well-being, occupational safety, and the overall organizational climate. To collect the necessary information, the ASSIST-WHO questionnaire was administered together with additional instruments designed to obtain specific psychosocial data. These tools were applied to 170 active employees from the institution’s executive branch. The results show that most reported situations are associated with social or occasional use of legal substances mainly alcohol and tobacco. Several indicators linked to job performance and general functioning suggest that, for most workers, these behaviors fall within non-problematic consumption patterns. This is reflected in the low percentages related to craving, interference with daily activities, performance difficulties, or the emergence of risky behaviors. A point of concern is that only a small portion of such incidents is formally reported. Among these are moments when employees become distracted while performing their duties, as well as infrequent episodes involving driving or operating machinery under the influence of psychoactive substances events that clearly pose a safety risk. Regarding the work environment, participants expressed mixed views about the visibility and availability of institutional prevention and assistance programs. Although the findings do not indicate widespread or severe substance use, the presence of these behaviors does influence workplace dynamics. For this reason, the study underscores the importance of reinforcing preventive policies, improving the visibility of existing programs, and offering confidential and more specialized support options. Strengthening these measures would contribute to better emotional well-being, safer working conditions, and healthier professional relationships within GAD Ambat