Addiction and Treatment Statistics for Gainesville, Florida

Gainesville, Florida is a city that is growing in leaps and bounds. The latest population count shows a growth rate of around 6.4 percent, making this city the largest in the North Central region of Florida. Gainesville is a thriving community and also features multiple alcohol and drug rehab centers to help residents overcome addiction.

Substance Abuse In Gainesville & Alachua County

Alachua County and its county seat Gainesville are some of the hardest hits areas in the state for drug and alcohol abuse. The county has, however, seen a marked improvement over the last few years in prescription drug abuse, especially among young people. Essential drug use facts about Gainesville and Alachua County include:

  • In 2017, Alachua County showed two percent drug use among students. That is down from 7.7 in 2016.
  • In 2016 Gainesville had 22 deaths related to the use of alprazolam (Xanax) and ten from the use of diazepam (Valium).

Traveling For Addiction Treatment

Gainesville, Florida has several addiction treatment centers worth checking out. However, families may benefit from exploring other cities and regions in Florida for more treatment options. Traveling away from home for treatment can increase the chances of finding a rehab center geared towards individual needs and preferences.

For more information about how to find addiction treatment, contact RehabCenter.net.

Florida Department of Law Enforcement - https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/MEC/Publications-and-Forms/Documents/Drugs-in-Deceased-Persons/2016-Annual-Drug-Report.aspx

The Gainesville Sun - https://www.gainesville.com/news/20181215/prescription-drug-use-among-alachua-county-youth-declines

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