Reporting should focus on defining the problem through data, identifying risk/protective factors, and monitoring the impact of evidence-based interventions. 4. Key Resources for Data Analysis
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. substance abuse
Words like "clean," "junkie," or "fell off the wagon" are discouraged as they imply moral judgment rather than recognizing addiction as a health issue. Reporting should focus on defining the problem through
7.5 million people met the criteria for both AUD and DUD. identifying risk/protective factors
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Current medical and journalistic standards emphasize reducing stigma by using person-first language.