Rural–Urban Differences in Excessive Alcohol Use and Select Mental Health Conditions

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Explores the differences in alcohol use by people with self-reported mental health conditions in rural and urban areas using 2021-2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) data. Breaks down data by demographic markers, such as education level, employment, and health insurance status, among others. Compares alcohol use and mental health data by large urban, small urban, and rural areas.

Taryn Farrell, Cassie Odahowski, Emma Boswell, et al.

Journal of Rural Health, 42(3), e70209

08/2026

Alcohol use · Health disparities · Mental health · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data