substance abuse

noun

1. long-term, pathological use of alcohol or drugs, characterized by daily intoxication, inability to reduce consumption, and impairment in social or occupational functioning; broadly, alcohol or drug addiction.

Example Sentences

It provides no funding for substance abuse care, and 22 of California’s counties provide no residential addiction treatment.

From Los Angeles Times

These services include substance abuse and mental health treatment, housing and financial assistance, parent education, vocational training, and job placement.

From Salon

The family announced the Canadian arm of the foundation earlier this month to address the impact of addiction by funding research and “providing post-treatment support living with substance abuse disorders.”

From Los Angeles Times

At a rally in Greensboro, North Carolina, later in the day, he questioned whether Harris, who is Black and of South Asian descent, struggled with substance abuse.

From Salon

The singer was open about his struggles with substance abuse, detailing a 100-day stay in rehab in a July 2023 YouTube video.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• alcohol abuse
• drug abuse
• drug use