Statistics
Explore key statistics that reveal the transformative impact of recovery homes, alongside data on the current realities of substance use disorder (SUD).
Realities of Drug Overdoses in Ohio
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In 2023, 4,452 Ohioans died from unintentional drug overdoses.*
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In Mahoning County, 69.6% per 100,000 people died of an overdose from 2020-2023
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From 2022 to 2023, there was a 9% decrease in the number of Ohio unintentional drug overdose deaths, compared with a national decrease of 2%.*
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Distribution of naloxone has been a key component of the state's harm reduction efforts. In 2023, over 291,000 kits were distributed, which contributed to over 20,000 overdose reversals.*​​
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Males have consistently higher rates of fatal drug overdose compared with females. From 2022 to 2023, the unintentional drug overdose death rate for females decreased 14% compared with a decrease of 8% for males.*
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​From 2022 to 2023, the overdose death rate for females of all ages decreased 14%, and the overdose death rate for females of reproductive age (15-44) decreased 21%.
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Fentanyl involvement in unintentional overdoses was highest among the 15-24 and 25-34 age groups (both 87%) and lowest among those aged 65 and older (53%).
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*Sources:
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Ohio Department of Health. (2023). 2023 Unintentional Drug Overdose Annual Report
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Benefits of Treatment
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Outcomes scores on the Family Assessment Device (FAD) and Addiction Severity Index (ASI) indicate significant improvements in family functioning with 30 days or more of treatment.*
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Veterans who completed 24-hour detox at a facility were 1.49 times more likely to relapse than those who remained at residential treatment facilities. Homelessness upon discharge from 24-hour programs was the most important predictor in relapse.**
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There is significant benefit of peer support groups in the treatment of addiction:
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Active engagement in peer support groups has shown to be a key predictor of recovery and sustaining recovery.***
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Evidence demonstrates that one’s belief in their own ability can increase and influence one’s behavior by watching other peoples’ behaviors.***
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There is a mutual benefit between the members and facilitators of peer support groups. Oftentimes, peer support groups are facilitated by peer workers who themselves are in recovery and benefit positively from peer support groups. Benefits for the peer worker include increased self-esteem, confidence, positive feelings of accomplishment, and an increase in their own ability to cope with their challenges.***
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​*Source: American Addiction Centers (2022)
**Source: National Library of Medicine (2022)
***Source: US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health (2022)
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