In the United States, far more children died due to their caregivers having a drug abuse issue than an alcohol abuse issue. In 2022, a total of 253 child fatalities occurred in a household with a drug abuse risk factor.
Number of child fatalities due to abuse in the United States in 2022, by caregiver risk factors
Based on State submissions to National Child Abuse and Neglect Data System (NCANDS) of alleged child abuse and neglect. NCANDS collects case level data on children who received child protective services response in the form of an investigative or alternative response. Each state has its own definition of child abuse and neglect based on standards set by federal law. Child abuse is defined as any recent act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker which results in death, serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse or exploitation; or an act or failure to act which presents an imminent risk or serious harm.
Only 28 states reported data for alcohol abuse caregiver risk factor, and 34 states for drug abuse caregiver risk factor.
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