About 50% of individuals with severe mental disorders are also affected by substance abuse.
Individuals with a substance use disorder are approximately twice as likely to have a mood or anxiety disorder.
Among adults with a major depressive episode, 13.2% also have a substance use disorder.
Approximately 50% of adults with a substance use disorder have a co-occurring mental health disorder.
People with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are more likely to develop a substance use disorder.
Approximately 37% of adults with a substance use disorder also have a co-occurring nicotine dependence.
LGBTQ+ individuals are more likely to experience substance abuse than their heterosexual counterparts.
Tobacco Addiction Statistics
Approximately 14.4% of adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes.
Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable diseases, accounting for 480,000 deaths annually in the U.S. (about 18.1% of all deaths).
Adults with mental illnesses are more likely to smoke cigarettes, with a smoking rate of 36%.
Among adults with a substance use disorder, approximately 37% also have a co-occurring nicotine dependence.
Prescription Drug Abuse Statistics
Over 15% of adults in the United States have used prescription drugs for non-medical purposes.
Non-medical use of prescription pain relievers is more prevalent among adults aged 18 to 25, with a rate of 8.6%.
Among adults who misuse opioids, 59% obtain them from a friend or family member.
Over 30% of adults who misuse prescription opioids also use benzodiazepines.
Approximately 80% of heroin users reported misusing prescription opioids before using heroin.
Approximately 9.8 million adults in the U.S. report non-medical use of prescription drugs.
About 1 in 8 adults who consume alcohol become alcohol-dependent at some point in their lives.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Plastic Surgery Addiction Statistics
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) affects approximately 1-2% of the general population.
Studies suggest that between 6-15% of patients seeking cosmetic procedures may have BDD.
Among individuals with BDD, approximately 7-15% seek out cosmetic surgery.
Plastic surgery addiction or compulsive plastic surgery behaviors are estimated to affect a small subset of individuals with BDD.
Specific Drug Use Statistics
Cocaine use affects approximately 2.1% of adults in the U.S.
Methamphetamine use affects around 0.6% of adults in the United States.
Approximately 7.7% of adults in the United States have a marijuana use disorder.
Opioid addiction affects around 2.1 million adults, accounting for 0.8% of the U.S. adult population.
Non-medical use of prescription pain relievers is more prevalent among adults aged 18 to 25, with a rate of 8.6%.
Prescription opioid abuse affects around 4.7% of adults in the U.S.
About 1 in 8 adults who consume alcohol become alcohol-dependent at some point in their lives.
Adults aged 26 or older have a higher rate of marijuana use disorder compared to younger adults (6.8% vs. 3.9%).
Gambling Addiction Statistics
Approximately 2-3% of the general population struggles with a gambling problem or gambling addiction.
An estimated 1-2% of adults meet the criteria for a gambling disorder.
Among individuals who engage in gambling activities, approximately 1-4% develop a gambling addiction.
The prevalence of gambling addiction is higher among certain populations, such as individuals with substance use disorders and those with mental health conditions.
In the United States, around 2-3% of adults are considered to have a gambling disorder.
About 3-5% of college students in the U.S. experience gambling-related problems.
Men are more likely to develop a gambling addiction than women, with estimates suggesting that 2-3% of men and 1-2% of women struggle with gambling disorders.
The risk of developing a gambling addiction increases among individuals who start gambling at a young age.
Research suggests that genetics contribute to about 40-60% of a person’s vulnerability to addiction.
Having a family history of addiction increases an individual’s risk, with estimates ranging from 40-60% higher compared to those without a family history.
Environmental Factors:
Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) such as abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction can increase the risk of developing addiction.
Traumatic events, stressful life circumstances, and exposure to drug or alcohol use within one’s environment can also contribute to addiction risk.
Co-occurring Mental Health Disorders:
Approximately 50% of individuals with a substance use disorder have a co-occurring mental health disorder.
The presence of conditions such as anxiety, depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can increase the risk of developing addiction.
Peer Influence:
Social factors, including peer pressure and influence, can contribute to substance abuse and addictive behaviors.
Studies suggest that individuals with friends or family members who engage in substance use are more likely to develop addiction.
Early Substance Use:
Initiating substance use at an early age, particularly during adolescence, increases the risk of developing addiction.
Early substance use can disrupt brain development and increase susceptibility to addictive behaviors.
