This memo provides an overview of federal data resources that include key indicators on behavioral health and substance abuse, to help states get a better sense of the sources of data that are currently available on this topic. We include a high level description of each data source and a list of potential measures of interest. This content is followed by a summary table outlining the target population for each data resource, the frequency of data collection, level of geography and ease of access/use. 

Most of the data sources highlighted in the memo can produce annual estimates at a state or sub state level.  Four of the five data sources contain person-level data (data on individuals or admissions) and one provides facility-level information. All of these data are available for public use (in most cases with state identifiers) and are fairly easy to access and use. 

Download a PDF of the Memo here.