Where can I find a list of reports, surveys or statistics about alcohol and drug addiction?

Question by adrian: Where can I find a list of reports, surveys or statistics about alcohol and drug addiction?
I’m looking for more sources about alcohol and drug addiction because I’m finishing my homework. I really love the topic and I really want to present a nice report. I’m not doing this just for the grade but I’m also doing this as a way of spreading awareness so that my classmates will not turn out to be alcoholics and drug addicts.

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Answer by andie
What a nice student! I really admire your desire of spreading social awareness. I’ve posted two links below to help you with your report. Try to do a good job, okay? Be a role model to your classmates. Keep it up!

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