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The ADA protects a person in recovery who is no longer currently engaging in the illegal use of drugs, and who can show that they meet one of the three definitions of disability (see above definition of disability).
The ADA applies to addiction to alcohol and to the illegal use of drugs differently. Addiction to alcohol is generally considered a disability whether use of alcohol is in the present or in the past. For people with an addiction to opioids and other drugs, the ADA protects a person in recovery who is no longer
The ADA is clear – people with addiction are people with disabilities, and have civil rights under the law as long as they meet the ADA’s definition of disability (Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, 2008).
Under the ADA, whether someone is currently using drugs illegally is decided on a case-by-case basis. The below scenarios are fictional, and the purpose is to illustrate how the ADA protects people in recovery who are no longer engaging in the illegal use of drugs.
Drug addiction is considered a physical or mental impairment under the ADA. 6 Drug addiction occurs when the repeated use of drugs causes clinically significant impairment, such as health problems and or an inability to meet major responsibilities at work, school, or home. 7 People with OUD may therefore experience a substantial limitation of ...
27 Απρ 2023 · By better understanding the role of paramedics in caring for people who use drugs, we can develop more effective therapeutics that support patient autonomy and promote positive health outcomes. 17 Paramedics are uniquely positioned to make a significant difference in the lives of people who use drugs.
drugs. The definition of “currently” has been left vague in the ADA and in subsequent guidance from the EEOC. Those addicted to drugs or alcohol are excluded from ADA protection if their condition poses a direct threat of harm to others or (arguably) themselves. As with all ADA claims, the addicted person must be otherwise qualified to ...
