Research & Statistics

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is one of the most evidence-backed approaches to opioid and alcohol use disorders. Learn which medications are used, what the research shows, and why MAT is not "replacing one drug with another" — with options in Delaware.

Does rehab actually work? The research says yes — treatment reduces substance use and improves health. Learn how success is measured, what relapse rates really mean, and what makes treatment more effective, with help available in Delaware.

How common is addiction, how many people get help, and does treatment work? Here are the key national statistics from SAMHSA, the CDC, and NIDA — and what the data means for Delaware.