Addiction is a treatable disease that can affect anyone
People from all backgrounds can experience addiction, as no one is immune to the possibility of becoming enslaved to a substance.
Substance Abuse Stats
Deaths By Overdose
111K
In the United States, more than 111K people died of an overdose in 2023.
Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Addictions
22M
- 14.8M addicted to alcohol
- 8.1M addicted to illicit drugs
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Fentanyl Potency
0.07 oz
Less than 0.07 ounces of the powerful opioid, fentanyl causes certain death.
Source: National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics
Three Key Pieces to Fighting Substance Abuse
We support organizations that fight substance abuse through the following approaches:
The Realities of Substance Abuse
Learn about the effects addiction has and how you can receive help and better care for your loved ones battling this fight.
Find drug and alcohol treatment centers near your area.
Confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, for individuals and family members facing substance disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. (SAMHSA).
WHAT IS SUBSTANCE ABUSE
HopkinsMedicine.org
Recognizing the signs
MayoClinic.org
Avoid The Stigma
CDC.gov
Latest stats at a glance
DrugAbuseStatistics.org