Young adults aged 18 to 25 show the highest rates of SUD at 27.1%, followed by adults 26 and older (16.6%) and adolescents aged 12-17 (8.5%).
In 2023, approximately 48.5 million people (17.1%) aged 12 or older had an SUD in the past year. SUD Types: Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD): 28.9 million people. Drug Use Disorder (DUD): 27.2 million people.
Use the DOJ Action Center for crimes involving illegal firearms, alcohol, or tobacco. Reporting for Support and Help: substance abuse
Based on data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) , recent indicators highlight the scale of substance use disorders (SUD) in the U.S. population.
Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for treatment referrals and information. Young adults aged 18 to 25 show the
These include alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, heroin, hallucinogens, and prescription stimulants or sedatives. 2. How to Report Substance Abuse Activity
Use FindTreatment.gov to locate state-licensed facilities. 3. Professional Reporting & Writing Guidelines Drug Use Disorder (DUD): 27
Words like "clean," "junkie," or "fell off the wagon" are discouraged as they imply moral judgment rather than recognizing addiction as a health issue.