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Young adults aged 18 to 25 show the highest rates of SUD at 27.1%, followed by adults 26 and older (16.6%) and adolescents aged 12-17 (8.5%).

National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) : The primary source for national and state-level estimates on behavioral health. substance abuse

Experts recommend replacing the term "abuse" with "misuse" or "substance use disorder" . Young adults aged 18 to 25 show the

Use the DOJ Action Center for crimes involving illegal firearms, alcohol, or tobacco. Reporting for Support and Help: substance abuse

Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for treatment referrals and information.

Submit tips for manufacturing or trafficking to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) .

Current medical and journalistic standards emphasize reducing stigma by using person-first language.