How many deaths did substance use disorders cause globally in 2017?
Substance use disorders directly caused 585,000 deaths globally in 2017. This figure represents the direct mortality attributed to the condition during that specific year.
Common questions about Substance use disorder
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the prevalence of substance use disorder worldwide?
Substance use disorder affects 35 million people worldwide who meet the criteria for the condition. This number represents the global population burden of the disorder.
When was the DSM-5 published and what did it change about substance use disorders?
The DSM-5 was published in 2013 and merged previous diagnoses of substance abuse and dependence into a single category of substance use disorders. This change recognized that the severity of the condition varies widely and is qualified as mild, moderate, or severe based on how many of the 11 diagnostic criteria are met.
What percentage of Americans with substance use disorder seek treatment?
Only about 11% of Americans with substance use disorder seek treatment. Of those who do seek treatment, 40 to 60% relapse within a year.
How does the disease burden of mental illness and addiction compare to other diseases in Canada?
In Canada, the disease burden of mental illness and addiction is 1.5 times higher than all cancers combined and over 7 times that of all infectious diseases. Indigenous peoples in Canada experience greater substance-related problems than non-Indigenous participants.
What is the mortality rate from synthetic opioids like fentanyl from 2002 to 2017?
The mortality from synthetic opioids like fentanyl has increased 22-fold from 2002 to 2017. This increase contributes to nearly 30,000 deaths per year.