7.5 million people met the criteria for both AUD and DUD.
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. substance abuse
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Use FindTreatment.gov to locate state-licensed facilities. 3. Professional Reporting & Writing Guidelines methods for reporting activity
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%).
For deeper research or state-specific reports, the following official repositories provide annual and substate data:
This report outlines current data, methods for reporting activity, and professional guidelines regarding substance use (often preferred over "substance abuse").