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Why Do Adults Misuse Prescription Drugs?

Description:

This report uses 2015 NSDUH data to explore the reasons for prescription drug misuse in the United States among adults aged 18 or older.

Publication Date:
July 27, 2017
Collection Date:
2015
Data Source:
National Survey on Drug Use and Health
Report Type:
Short Report

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