Incidence of addiction

• How many adults were treated for substance misuse in 2014-2015?

  141,646 adults
• What types of substances were most commonly treated for misuse in 2014-2015?

  Opiates and alcohol
• How many people does the NHS estimate suffer from addiction?

  About 2 million people
• Is internet addiction recognized as a mental health problem by the ICD-10?

  No, it is not recognized as a mental health problem
• What percentage of the world is estimated to be addicted to the internet?

  Approximately 6%
• Which region has the highest rate of internet addiction?

  The Middle East at 10.9%
• What was the percentage of internet addiction in North and West Europe?

  1. 6%
• What did a 2014 UK survey reveal about internet use among 18-24 year olds?

  16% admitted to over 15 hours of internet use daily
• How has the definition of addiction changed over time?

  It now includes internet and video game addictions
• What does the Centre for Social Justice suggest about addiction sources?

  They are becoming cheaper to access
• What are the significant impacts of addiction on individuals and society?

  • Decrease in quality of life and health
  • Neglect of family and routine activities
  • Financial strain on food and accommodation
  • Impact on work due to health issues
  • Increased healthcare costs (£488 million annually on substance misuse)
  • Potential for criminal behavior (stealing and fraud)
• How much does the NHS claim is spent annually on substance misuse and treatments?

  £488 million
• What types of crimes might addiction lead victims to commit?

  Stealing and fraud
• How does addiction impact companies in terms of employee health issues?

  It may require time off work, costing companies to cover their workload