National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)

Treatment Category and Year Unweighted N (sample) Weighted N (population) Percent S.E. Needed treatment for alcohol use 2015 1,569 4,749,820 6.4 0.2 2014 1,488 4,842,959 6.6 0.2 2013 1,710 5,071,922 6.9 0.3 2012 1,902 5,445,202 7.4 0.3 2011 1,935 5,315,542 7.3 0.3 2010 2,086 5,279,373 7.2 0.3 2009 2,149 5,479,053 7.4 0.3 2008 2,223 5,981,709 8.2 0.3 2007 2,117 4,982,691...

Substance Use Category and Year Age 15-44 (Total) 15-17 18-20 21-25 26-34 35-44 Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Alcohol abuse 2013–2015 3.1 0.1 3.0 0.2 5.0 0.4 5.3 0.3 3.3 0.3 2.0 0.2 2012–2014 3.3 0.1 3.3 0.2 5.3 0.3 5.6 0.3 3.5 0.3 2.0 0.2 2011–2013 3.5 0.1 3.5 0.2 5.9 0.3...

Substance Use Category and Year Race/Hispanic Origin Non-Hispanic White Non-Hispanic Black Non-Hispanic Other Hispanic Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Alcohol abuse 2013–2015 3.5 0.1 2.6 0.3 2.3 0.3 2.9 0.3 2012–2014 3.8 0.2 2.6 0.3 2.1 0.2 3.0 0.3 2011–2013 4.1 0.2 2.6 0.3 2.0 0.2 3.1 0.3 2010–2012 4.2 0.2 2.3 0.3 2.0 0.2 3.1 0.2...

Un nuevo estudio avalado por los Institutos Nacionales de la Salud demuestra que las personas con trastorno por consumo de alcohol (o AUD en inglés) tienen menos probabilidades de recibir medicamentos antivirales para la hepatitis C, a pesar de que las guías actuales recomiendan el tratamiento antiviral independientemente del consumo de alcohol. El tratamiento antiviral de acción directa es altamente...

Treatment Category and Year Age 15-44 (Total) 15-17 18-20 21-25 26-34 35-44 Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Percent S.E. Needed treatment for alcohol use 2013–2015 nc nc nc nc nc nc nc nc nc nc nc nc 2012–2014 7.0 0.2 5.6 0.3 10.4 0.5 11.2 0.3 7.6 0.4 4.4 0.3 2011–2013 7.2 0.2 6.1 0.3...

Here are some recommendations for reducing alcohol-related stigma How certain words are used to describe alcohol-related problems and the people who are affected by them perpetuate stigma. Stigma is a significant barrier in many people’s willingness to seek help for alcohol problems and can affect how they are treated in all aspects of life, including availability and quality of care...

Alcohol Epidemiologic Data Directory The Alcohol Epidemiologic Data Directory [ PDF] is compiled by the Alcohol Epidemiologic Data System (AEDS). The directory is a current listing of surveys and other relevant data suitable for epidemiologic research on alcohol. Most data sets described in this document are national in scope. In some cases, however, select specialized data sets may be included...

A concept describes the basic purpose, scope, and objectives of a potential solicitation of grants or contracts. Most frequently, the concept will be developed into a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) or Request for Proposals (RFP) — initiatives to stimulate research in a well-defined scientific area in order to accomplish specific program objectives. A concept clearance is the process by...

We can help alleviate the stigma associated with alcohol-related conditions by consistently using non-pejorative, non-stigmatizing, person-first language to describe these concerns and the people who are affected by them. Keep in mind that some words that are commonly used in society, such as “alcoholic” and “alcohol abuse,” can be stigmatizing.

The majority of the research monographs are based on papers presented at NIAAA-sponsored conferences on a topic. Each monograph reviews and analyzes studies conducted by alcohol researchers as well as investigators conducting research germane to the area on which the monograph focuses. The NIAAA Research Monographs are available through The SALIS Collection. Research Monograph No. 37: Alcohol Use Among American...

Combining alcohol with certain medications, particularly those with sedative effects, can increase the risk of adverse events, including falls, driving accidents, and fatal overdoses.

Drinking in Moderation: According to the "Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025,” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults of legal drinking age can choose not to drink or to drink in moderation by limiting intake to 2 drinks or less in a day for men and 1 drink or less in a day for...

Años de vida ajustados por discapacidad ( disability-adjusted life years): Una medida de los años de vida perdidos o vividos con menos de una salud plena. Consumo de alcohol en altas cantidades ( high-intensity drinking): El consumo de alcohol a niveles que son dos o más veces superiores a los umbrales de consumo excesivo y peligroso de alcohol ( binge...

Alcohol screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (SBIRT) resources

Cross-cutting research programs are NIAAA-managed research portfolios that include topics spanning multiple research goals outlined in this strategic plan. These programs complement the Cross-Cutting Research Themes and Supporting the Mission sections of this strategic plan. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) represent the broad range of neurodevelopmental impairments and other physical effects that result from prenatal exposure...

The NIAAA press office is the central contact for all members of the news media. The office can assist you in arranging interviews with NIAAA experts and in providing accurate and timely alcohol-related research news and information. Contact the Press Team Reporters or other members of the news media can reach the NIAAA press team via NIAAAPressOffice@mail.nih.gov or 301-443-2857. Members...

Celebrations during the holidays is a time when some people are more likely to drink beyond their limits than at other times of the year. Some will suffer adverse consequences that range from fights to falls to traffic crashes. Sadly, we often put ourselves and others at risk because we don’t understand how alcohol affects us during an evening of celebratory drinking.

President Nixon signed the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 on December 31, 1970. This legislation was also known as the Hughes Act for Senator Harold Hughes, a person who was in recovery from alcohol use disorder (AUD) and championed the cause of AUD research. The Hughes Act authorized a comprehensive Federal program to...

The older adult population is increasing rapidly. Alcohol use among older adults is also increasing. As we focus on the quality of life for this growing population, it’s important to take into account how alcohol affects their overall health.

NIAAA Established The Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment, and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 launched the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, authorizing NIAAA “to develop and conduct comprehensive health, education, training, research, and planning programs for the prevention and treatment” of alcohol-related problems. Called the “Hughes Act,” after its champion, Iowa Senator Harold E. Hughes, the legislation...