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Illicit substance use and treatment access among adults experiencing homelessness

02.19.25 | JAMA Network

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About The Study: In a representative study of adults experiencing homelessness in California, there was a high proportion of current drug use, history of overdose, and unmet need for treatment. Improving access to treatment tailored to the needs of people experiencing homelessness could improve outcomes.

Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Ryan D. Assaf, PhD, MPH, email ryan.assaf@ucsf.edu .

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(doi:10.1001/jama.2024.27922)

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APA:
JAMA Network. (2025, February 19). Illicit substance use and treatment access among adults experiencing homelessness. Brightsurf News. https://www.brightsurf.com/news/147N07O1/illicit-substance-use-and-treatment-access-among-adults-experiencing-homelessness.html
MLA:
"Illicit substance use and treatment access among adults experiencing homelessness." Brightsurf News, Feb. 19 2025, https://www.brightsurf.com/news/147N07O1/illicit-substance-use-and-treatment-access-among-adults-experiencing-homelessness.html.