Addiction and Treatment Statistics for Sun Valley, California
Sun Valley, California is home to a variety of rehab centers that are available to help residents overcome an addiction to drugs or alcohol once and for all. Learn how you can find a rehab center near you.
Sun Valley is a neighborhood of over 75,000 people within the larger city of Los Angeles, California.
It has three recreation centers that offer residents swimming pools and various sports courts. Among these centers is the Stonehurst Recreation Center, a historical building that was constructed around 1930.
Substance Abuse In Sun Valley And Los Angeles County
Some people living in Sun Valley report that it is easy to access drugs and alcohol. One look at the statistics surrounding drug addiction in Los Angeles County shows how serious the local drug problem is.
Here are some key facts to consider about the Sun Valley area:
- Drug overdose is the fourth leading cause of accidental death in Los Angeles County.
- From 2012-2014, 22 percent of the Los Angeles County population admitted to binge alcohol use in the past month.
- Over 700,000 people admitted to marijuana use in the past month.
- Among high school students, 35 percent admitted to marijuana use, and 10 percent admitted to prescription drug abuse.
Traveling For The Best Program
When a person is ready to start the recovery process, they may find that traveling for addiction treatment gives them more options and reduces the temptation that may be part of their usual environment.
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National Drug Early Warning System - https://ndews.umd.edu/sites/ndews.umd.edu/files/u1424/los_angeles_scs_drug_use_patterns_and_trends_2016.pdf
LA County Health Department: Fact Sheet - http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/factsheet/drugusefactsheet.pdf
