Data We Collect
SAMHSA’s CBHSQ is a designated statistical agency under the Census Bureau. The Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality (CBHSQ) is the leading source of behavioral health data in the United States. Behavioral health data collected includes:
- Prevalence of mental illness and substance use disorders
- Behavioral health service provision and use
- Evaluation data
This data helps researchers, public health officials, and policymakers to understand and solve issues.