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Trends in US National Spending on Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment from 2000 to 2021
A recent analysis highlights the trends in national spending on mental health and substance use disorder treatment over the past two decades, revealing a significant increase driven by case growth.
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Summary
An analysis published in Health Affairs examines the trends in national spending on mental health and substance use disorder treatment from 2000 to 2021.
The findings indicate that the growth in spending is largely influenced by an increase in the number of cases requiring treatment.
This report sheds light on the evolving landscape of mental health and substance use care in the United States over the last two decades.
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Updates
Update at 15:13 UTC on 2026-04-08
Health Affairs reported Health Affairs, Volume 45, Issue 4, Page 365-371, April 2026.
Sources: Health Affairs