In this drug abuse graphic, 12 Keys Recovery examines rural vs. urban drug use, showing how much environment plays a part in the abuse of illegal and prescription drugs.
The graphic shows that illicit drug use is most prevalent in large metropolitan areas and that prescription drugs are most abused in urbanized areas. Following this, the infographic breaks down some of the most used and abused substances in both rural and urban communities. Some of the most notorious US cities for drug abuse as determined by the number of emergency department visits include Boston and New York City.
12 Keys Recovery urges those who are struggling with drug abuse and addiction to reach out for help.
Environmental Drug Abuse Graphics
12 Keys Recovery Compares Drug Use in Rural and Urban Areas
Trend Themes
1. Urban Drug Abuse - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in urban drug abuse prevention and rehabilitation services.
2. Rural Drug Abuse - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in rural drug abuse prevention and rehabilitation services.
3. Prescription Drug Abuse - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in prescription drug abuse prevention and rehabilitation services.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in healthcare services focused on drug abuse prevention and rehabilitation.
2. Technology - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in technology solutions for monitoring and addressing drug abuse issues.
3. Education - Opportunity for disruptive innovation in educational programs and initiatives to raise awareness and prevent drug abuse.