Nearly 20 million American adults suffer from SUD
The Crisis We Face
Substance use is a growing crisis, impacting millions of Americans across age groups, gender, income levels and other demographics.
Nearly 20 million American adults suffer from SUD.
There has been an increase in new users in one of the most vulnerable age groups (18-25 years).
One-third of adults (33 percent) in our community know someone
who suffers from addiction.
The Stigma of Substance Abuse
For far too many people, the stigma associated with addiction can be a barrier to seeking much-needed help and support.
Believe raising awareness of addiction as a brain disorder would reduce stigma in their community
Do not recognize addiction as a health condition
Said fear of exposure is one of the top reasons they believe people experiencing alcohol or substance use challenges do not seek treatment.
Get the Facts on Opioids
The use of opioids and synthetic opioids in illegal drugs has spelled out dangerous and deadly consequences for individuals, families, and entire communities across the United States and right here in Northern Virginia.
El uso de opioides y opioides sintéticos en drogas ilegales ha tenido consecuencias peligrosas y mortales para personas, familias y comunidades enteras en todo Estados Unidos y aquí mismo en el norte de Virginia.
Supporting Our Friends and Neighbors
Three in 10 local adults either suffer from, or know someone who suffers from addiction
Nearly half of adults (46%) would be afraid to seek care for substance use disorder and addiction
Act on Addiction Now.
