Substance Use Disorders, also known as addiction, are a chronic brain condition that affects a person’s behaviors and makes it difficult for them to stop using alcohol and/or drugs.
It is not always clear who has, or will develop, a Substance Use Disorder, but it is important to know that:…
It causes harmful and self-destructive behaviors.
It can affect anyone. However, some individuals are more at risk of developing a Substance Use Disorder than others.
It can be treated and managed, just like other chronic illnesses like asthma or diabetes.
Risk factors of developing this disorder include having a family history of substance use disorder, substance use at a young age, and a history of mental health disorder.
To learn more about Substance Use Disorder prevention and harm reduction visit a Los Angeles County CORE Center. For treatment services, please call the Los Angeles County Substance Abuse Service Helpline (SASH) 1 (844) 804-7500.
Call the Los Angeles County Substance Abuse Service Helpline (SASH) at 1 (844) 804-7500
