Categories: Lifestyle

14 Terrifying Statistics About Drug Use Worldwide [Infographic]

Perhaps the most terrifying statistic that continuously dominates the news is the seemingly increasing number of people that are using illegal drugs. It is estimated that as many as 246 million people worldwide (an increase of 38 million people since back in 2007) use or are addicted to illegal drugs. When you look at the numbers presented for the U.S. it’s equally as terrifying. It is estimated through a National Survey on Drug Use and Health that 19.9 million Americans (or 8% of the population aged 12 or older) used illegal drugs in the month prior to the survey.

In an attempt to gain a better understanding of patterns of drug use worldwide, Haven House Addiction Treatment gathered data on the state of drug use worldwide. The findings were, predictably, a little bit depressing. Some of the data gathered also had deep surprises. For example:

  • Men account for 2/3 drug users worldwide.
  • Australians have the highest use of ecstasy usage.
  • El Salvador has a huge problem with amphetamine, with 3.5% of its population using it.

These numbers are increasing every day and even though the reasons may vary the data only tells part of the story. It’s important to remember the many lives that are affected by the scourge of drug addiction worldwide.

Furthermore, a terrifying pattern emerges where cannabis, cocaine, and amphetamines are the preferred drugs. [pullquote]The statistics also show that men are three times more likely to use these drugs than women.[/pullquote] Although, research shows that drug use only causes 0.4% of all deaths worldwide per year, it’s important to understand that the deaths recorded are only deaths directly linked to drugs. Yes, the number may seem small, however, this number is infinitely higher when you add drug-related diseases etc.

Taking all of these statistics into consideration and the worldwide drug use forecast may seem terrifying. We have to remember that there have never been as many treatments and rehabilitating methods available than there are now.

Each year the worldwide population is growing by around 1.5% and, unfortunately, drug use will increase. But, treatment and rehabilitation also get more efficient and the results are looking increasingly brighter every year.

Worldwide Drug Use – Statistics Infographic

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Richard Darell

Richard Darell is the founder and CEO of Bit Rebels, a multifaceted online news outlet that reports daily on the latest developments in technology, social media, design and everything geek. Today this media entity welcomes more than 3.5 million unique visitors per month and is considered the go-to place for people in constant motion. As an Internet entrepreneur, he is dedicated to constantly trying to develop new ways to bring content faster and closer to the end user in a more streamlined way. His excitement for statistics has allowed him to further develop systems that continuously produce accurate and fast-paced analytics to better optimize the approach by which Bit Rebels presents news and content. His graphic design background has proven to be an important tool when designing new systems and features for Bit Rebels since the development of solid and stable code depends entirely on their structure and implemented procedures. Richard currently resides in Stockholm, Sweden and directs the Bit Rebels offices in both Stockholm and Atlanta. You can reach Richard at richard@bitrebels.com

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