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2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Methodological Summary and Definitions

Published by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration | U.S. Department of Health & Human Services | Catalog Last Checked: July 31, 2026 at 09:54 PM | Dataset Last Updated: September 06, 2025
This report summarizes methods and other supporting information that are relevant to estimates of substance use and mental health issues from the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), an annual survey of the civilian, noninstitutionalized population of the United States aged 12 years old or older. NSDUH is the primary source of statistical information on the use of tobacco, alcohol, prescription psychotherapeutic drugs (pain relievers, tranquilizers, stimulants, and sedatives), and other substances (e.g., marijuana, cocaine) by the U.S. civilian, noninstitutionalized population aged 12 or older. The survey also includes several series of questions that focus on mental health issues.

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