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        It's Not Just Adults: Substance Abuse And Young People

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        Get the facts on substance abuse among adolescents and young people
        Renée Fabian
        MusiCares
        Dec 6, 2017 - 4:11 pm

        According to a 2009 National Study on Drugs and Health, 9 million adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12–25 need help with drug and alcohol problems. Learn more about MusiCares' lifesaving addiction recovery programs and how they can help.

        The High Cost Of Alcohol Abuse

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        The High Cost Of Alcohol Abuse

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        Learn the devastating effects of alcohol abuse on men and women in the United States each year
        Renée Fabian
        MusiCares
        Nov 22, 2017 - 10:49 am

        According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, an estimated 88,000 people (approximately 62,000 men and 26,000 women) die from alcohol-related causes annually, making alcohol the fourth leading preventable cause of death in the United States. If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction issues, MusiCares may be able to help. Contact us to learn how.

        How Many Americans Live With Mental Illness?

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        The Steep Costs Of Drug Addiction In The United States

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        Costing nearly $200 billion in healthcare, legal and lost workplace production, drug addiction isn't just harmful, it's expensive
        Renée Fabian
        MusiCares
        Feb 15, 2018 - 10:46 am

        Drug addiction is a devastating illness, for those afflicted, their friends and family, and for all of us as a society. In fact, the Office of National Drug Control Policy reported in 2007 that drug abuse and addiction cost American society nearly $200 billion in healthcare, criminal justice, legal, and lost workplace production and participation costs.

        MusiCares Sober Jam: A Safe Place For Musicians

        Considering that millions of Americans are impacted by drug abuse and addiction issues, the high cost of the disease should not be surprising. Not only do addictions lead to the need for expensive healthcare services, but healthcare costs for employees with addiction issues are twice1 as high. Drug addiction also leads to increased need for emergency care and rehabilitation programs. 

        In the workplace, an estimated 500 million2 workdays are lost each year due to addiction issues, both drug- and alcohol-related. In addition, those living with addiction utilize only two-thirds of their capability and are three times more likely to be late for work. This can lead to the loss of employment and, worst-case scenario, jail time or time spent in long-term rehabilitation — both of which curtail workplace productivity over the course of a lifetime.

        The strain of addiction on society also stretches to the legal system. According to one study3, a full 80 percent of offenders used drugs or alcohol, and nearly half of those in jail have clinical addiction issues. State and local governments spend millions each year in funds to combat substance abuse disorders within the legal system, including child protective services and corrections.

        There is some good news, however.

        Getting treatment for a drug addiction is not only beneficial for the health and welfare of those suffering from addiction, there's a financial impact as well. According to DrugAbuse.com4, "For every $1 that is spent on substance abuse treatment, $4 is saved in health care costs and $7 is saved in law enforcement costs." And once those who have recovered from addiction get back on their feet, they add economic benefit back into the workplace and vibrancy to society.

        If you or a loved one work in the music industry and are in need of addiction treatment, resources and support, MusiCares' lifesaving addiction recovery programs and services may be able to help. Know that there is hope and recovery is possible — and together we can decrease the financial devastation of addiction on individuals and society.

        How Many People Have Co-Occurring Mental Health And Substance Abuse Issues?

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        1. Substance Use Disorders and the Role of the States
        2. What Every Employer Should Know
        3. Behind Bars: Substance Abuse And America's Prison Population
        4. The Financial Toll of Addiction

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        How Many People Need Treatment For Drug Addiction?

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        Learn the number of Americans over the age of 12 who need treatment for a drug problem
        Renée Fabian
        MusiCares
        Dec 27, 2017 - 8:13 am

        According to Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 22.5 million people — 8.5 percent of the U.S. population — aged 12 or older needed treatment for an illicit drug or alcohol use problem in 2014. If you're a musician in need of treatment, learn how MusiCares' addiction recovery programs can help.

        Don't Drink & Drive: The High Cost Of Alcohol Abuse

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        Don't Drink & Drive: The High Cost Of Alcohol Abuse

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        Renée Fabian
        MusiCares
        Dec 20, 2017 - 8:40 am

        It's a simple, yet extremely important message: Don't drink and drive. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, in 2014, alcohol-impaired driving fatalities accounted for nearly 10,000 deaths — 31 percent of overall driving fatalities. If you're struggling with alcohol addiction, learn how MusiCares' addiction recovery programs can help.

        It's Not Just Adults: Substance Abuse And Young People

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