1(800) 615-1067Substance abuse is an important issue because it can have significant negative impacts on individuals, families, and society as a whole. It can lead to physical and mental health problems, relationship issues, legal problems, and financial difficulties. Substance abuse can also contribute to accidents and injuries, including those that result from driving under the influence or operating machinery while impaired. In addition, substance abuse can have a significant impact on the economy, through lost productivity and increased healthcare costs. Understanding substance abuse and effective strategies for prevention and treatment are therefore important for promoting individual and societal well-being.