The availability and characteristics of substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health treatment facilities play a critical role in addressing the growing behavioral health crisis in the United States. Yet stark differences exist across states and territories, with consequences for access to care and patient outcomes.
Urban researchers examine state and territory variation in SUD and mental health treatment facility characteristics and reveal notable gaps in integrated SUD and mental health services, inpatient and residential care capacity, and use of medications for SUD treatment.
