SouthBay Research has a "Vice Index" that that tracks spending on gambling, alcohol, drugs, and prostitution and, as of February, the vice index had tumbled, suggesting that after a brief burst in late 2017 and 2018, the consumer-driven economy is again in trouble.
Read More »How Much Does Drug Use Cost An Addict, the Economy & YOU? (+2K Views)
Drug addiction ravages the health of the body and mind, but it can also be ruinous to the wallet of an addict. In addition, substance abuse wreaks havoc on U.S. businesses, affecting workers’ health and productivity (2 in 3 addicts are employed and 1 in 12 users are full-time workers). This article looks at the financial costs of a typical drug habit, the cost of rehab, the cost to the economy at large and the cost to the average American in allotted taxes - ouch!
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