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2025 Behavioral Health True Costs Report

Behavioral health crises demand immediate, effective, and compassionate care. However, across the country, our systems often default to hospitalization or incarceration as the primary solution. This report dives into the true costs associated with relying on a system not built for crisis response.

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KEY INSIGHTS

Hospitalization and incarceration are often default responses to behavioral health emergencies, but at what cost? This report reveals the financial burden, human toll, and opportunities for reform that can create lasting benefits for individuals, communities, and healthcare systems.

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    Breakdown of financial costs: emergency department boarding, inpatient care, and first responder resources

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    Why hospitals and jails are not built to provide specialized behavioral health care

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    The role of community-based care in improving outcomes and reducing systemic inefficiencies

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    The $260 million saved in one state through crisis care investments as a model for change

Get the report now to explore strategies that reduce costs, improve outcomes, and build healthier communities.

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