More to Know About: Drugs and Controlled Substances
Highly dangerous yet often misunderstood, substance abuse is a pattern of repeated drug use
that often interferes with health, work, and social relationships. Substance abuse pertains to both
illegal scheduled drugs and controlled substances. We’re going to cover drug addiction statistics, how to spot it in others, and available drug addiction help.
In the past 20 years, opioid abuse has become an epidemic across the United States. Michigan
has passed several laws reducing the risk of jail time and increasing treatment for those with
drug addictions, such as the 2016 Good Samaritan Law. However, there’s still a lot to be done
to remove the stigma surrounding drug addiction and to prioritize saving lives over
imprisonment.
Drug Addiction Statistics
- In 2017, there were 2,033 overdose deaths involving opioids – a rate of 21.2 deaths per 100,000 persons. This is higher than the national rate of 14.6 deaths per 100,000 persons.
- According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 19.7 million American adults (aged 12 and older) battled a substance use disorder in 2017.
- Tobacco, alcohol and illicit drug abuse cost more than $740 billion annually in cost related to crime, lost work productivity, and healthcare. Prescription opioid misuse alone in the U.S. costs $78.5 billion a year.
- More than 130 people die every day from drug overdoses. This rate has tripled in the past 20 years. Drug addiction help is available.
Identifying Drug Addiction in Kids and Loved Ones
It can be challenging finding out your child or loved one has substance use disorder. While each
one doesn’t definitively indicate drug abuse, these are some general indicators of drug
addiction:
- Difficulties at school/work, disinterest in extracurriculars, declining grades
- Changes in physical appearances, such as wearing inappropriate or dirty clothing and declining hygiene
- Increased paranoia or sudden desire for privacy
- Financial mismanagement
- Defensiveness when asked about substance use
- Changes in appetite and weight loss
- Bloodshot eyes, poor skin tone and appearing exhausted
It’s important to remember that drug abuse doesn’t make anyone a bad person or a “druggie.” They need support, treatment and a will to change. Drug addiction help is a call or click away.
During these unprecedented times, Resolve It Now! is a drug and alcohol assessment agency that provides certified substance assessment services online that would satisfy court ordered requirements remotely, without treatment center visits.
Client Reviews
Substance Abuse Counseling Centers
If you’re someone with a substance abuse problem, admitting it is hard enough. But there is drug addiction help. We’ve made it easier to find reputable counseling centers in your area.
Foundations Detroit
117 W 3rd St
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Michigan Counseling Group
2449 Twelve Mile Rd
Warren, MI 48092
Guidance and Prevention Services Inc.
1500 N Stephenson Hwy
Royal Oak, MI 48067
Oakland Family Services
Multiple locations across metro Detroit
River’s Bend PC
850 Stephenson Hwy #210
Troy, MI 48083
Meridian Health Services
Multiple locations across metro Detroit
Starfish Family Services (Headquarters)
3000 Hively
Inkster, MI 48141
Hotlines and Support Groups
DrugRehab.com
24/7 Help at (877) 589-4784
24/7 National Drug Helpline
1-888-633-3239
Recovery Village
1-844-244-3171
Addiction Resource by Delphi Health Group
1-888-329-0179
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline
1-800-662-4357 (HELP)
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD)
1-800-622-2255 (NCA-CALL)
24/7 Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741-741
Boys Town 24/7 National Hotline
1-800-448-3000
Covenant House “NineLine” 24/7 Hotline
1-800-999-9999
Rehab Spot
1-877-765-3192
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