9.7 percent of 2002-2003’s population to 13.7 of the 2012-2013 population.
The data highlights some urgencies considering “there have been increases in many diseases and conditions in which alcohol plays a role, during the study years,” Grant said. “Increased drinking may also portend increases in these conditions also like liver cirrhosis and hypertension.”
The researchers deduced that nearly 30 million Americans — 12.7 percent of the population — are suffering from an alcohol addiction.
Families and communities can avoid becoming addicted to alcohol by not drinking excessively and instead focusing on moderate drinking, Grant concluded.
Author: Cesar Gamboa
Cesar Gamboa is a staff reporter and editor for Addiction Now covering topics ranging from legislation to scientific studies. He was previously a general assignment reporter for the Orange County Register. SoCal raised, lover of books, and avid mountain biker (when he wants to be). He can be reached at cesarg@addictionnow.com.
