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Behavioral Health Treatment Needs Assessment Toolkit for States

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This toolkit discusses the prevalence of mental illness and substance use disorders in the United States. It describes behavioral health needs and service use, and offers guidance for determining the appropriate mix of behavioral health benefits, services, and providers.

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SMA13-4757
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May 2013
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