Compare 31 addiction treatment centers in and around Chattanooga, reviewed against accreditation and licensing standards. Filter by level of care, insurance accepted, and specialty programs to narrow down drug and alcohol rehab options in Tennessee for yourself or someone you love.
1635 Spencer Mill Road · Burns, TN 37029Burns, TN 37029
Burns · Inpatient, Men
Discovery Place is a nonprofit residential rehab center in Burns, Tennessee, and guests work the 12 steps one-on-one and in small groups. Men with alcohol or drug addiction are the only people admitted. The staff are men in recovery who've…
7447 Andersonville Pike · Knoxville, TN 37938Knoxville, TN 37938
Knoxville · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Knoxville Recovery Center provides substance abuse treatment in Knoxville, Tennessee. The city is conveniently located about 20 minutes from downtown. Some of the treatments you can get at this location include medical detox, supportive housing, and wellness and recovery services.…
130 Stonebridge Boulevard · Suite C, Jackson, TN 38305Jackson, TN 38305
Jackson · Outpatient
Cumberland Heights Jackson provides substance abuse and co-occurring mental health treatment for adults 18 and older in Jackson, Tennessee. Their outpatient program allows the flexibility to continue with daily obligations and not put life on hold while getting treatment. Recovery…
4918 William Arnold Road · Memphis, TN 38117Memphis, TN 38117
Memphis · Outpatient
PAX Memphis Recovery Center, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is an accredited center that supports individuals who deal with substance use dependency. This center offers personalized outpatient programs to support you at each stage of recovery. Their care teams use evidence…
4726 Airport Highway · Louisville, TN 37777Louisville, TN 37777
Louisville · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Cornerstone of Recovery in Louisville, Tennessee, isn’t just another rehab center. It’s like a beautiful retreat tucked just outside Knoxville. They’ve been helping people break free from addiction since 1989, and in all of that time they’ve spent helping people…
6275 Pinewood Road · Nunnelly, TN 37137Nunnelly, TN 37137
Nunnelly · Detox, Inpatient
The Ranch Tennessee in Nunnelly is an inpatient facility nestled in the Tennessee woodlands and rolling hills. They accept most major PPO plans. They treat mental health disorders, substance use disorders, trauma and other behavioral health disorders. Advanced Inpatient Treatments…
900 Buffalo Street · Johnson City, TN 37604Johnson City, TN 37604
Johnson City · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Frontier Health Willow Ridge is a women-only residential addiction treatment program located in Johnson City, Tennessee. Women over 18 who have substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health issues can receive treatment using a multidisciplinary approach. Many referrals to this…
1330 Neal Street Suite D · Cookeville, TN 38501Cookeville, TN 38501
Cookeville · Detox, Outpatient
Providing a safe, supportive and compassionate atmosphere for recovery is at the core of Bradford Health Outpatient Services in Cookeville, Tennessee. The facility offers many different outpatient programs that allow you the flexibility of treatment options while still being able…
2723 Asbury Road · 103, Knoxville, TN 37914Knoxville, TN 37914
Knoxville · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Tennessee Valley Recovery Center is an addiction treatment facility that provides substance use and mental health treatment. The Knoxville, Tennessee, location offers outpatient levels of care such as the partial hospitalization program and the intensive outpatient program. Holistic Care Through…
3507 Charlotte Ave · Nashville, TN 37209Nashville, TN 37209
Nashville · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Southeast Addiction Center provides substance use and mental health treatment in Nashville, Tennessee. Their customized protocols help guests overcome addiction and regain control of their lives. Sober Living Assistance The center understands it can be hard to navigate a sober…
5935 Edmondson Pike · Nashville, TN 37211Nashville, TN 37211
Nashville · Detox, Inpatient, Outpatient
Brentwood Springs Detox is a medical detox center based in Nashville, Tennessee. Their comforting facility has a home-like feel that puts you at ease while you go through the detoxification process. They have medical detox programs, which use medication to…
999 Girl Scout Road · Burns, TN 37029Burns, TN 37029
Burns · Detox, Inpatient
Located in Burns, Tennessee, is the Mirror Lake Recovery addiction treatment facility. This center supports adults who are struggling with drug and alcohol use. They also address a number of complex disorders, including dependencies on opioids, benzos, club drugs, stimulants,…
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Bradford Health Services – Chattanooga |
6160 Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Cornerstone of Recovery is an accredited outpatient addiction treatment center operating under Bradford Health Services in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Outpatient services here are flexible, with various program options available. Whether you’re fresh out of residential care or at the beginning of your recovery journey, you’ll be able to find the support you need. Clients of all ages are eligible, and most… |
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CADAS Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Inc |
314 Spears Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
CADAS Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services Inc., located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is an alcohol and drug rehab center that offers addiction treatment for adults and adolescents. Levels of care include medically assisted detox, medication-assisted treatment, residential treatment, intensive outpatient treatment, and sober living homes. Drug testing and DUI programming are also available. |
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Cherokee Health Systems Addiction Services |
5600 Brainerd Road, Chattanooga, TN 37411 |
Cherokee Health Systems Addiction Services in Chattanooga, Tennessee provides substance use disorder care as part of an integrated medical and behavioral health network. Located in Hamilton County, the program offers outpatient treatment and continuing care for adults and adolescents with co-occurring conditions. The approach blends proven therapy, primary care integration and peer recovery support to help individuals build sustainable recovery. Flexible… |
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Cumberland Heights Chattanooga |
6650 East Brainerd Road Suite 102, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Cumberland Heights Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tennessee provides flexible substance use treatment for adults ages 18 and older. Part of the Cumberland Heights network the Chattanooga location offers outpatient services, an Intensive Outpatient Program and telehealth designed to fit around work, school, and family responsibilities. The program emphasizes individualized care with strong family involvement and support for co-occurring mental health concerns. Determining… |
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Focus Treatment Centers |
7429 Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Focus Treatment Centers is an addiction treatment center in Chattanooga, Tennessee offering integrated care for substance use disorders, eating disorders and co-occurring conditions. The program provides a full continuum of care including medical detox, residential treatment and partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and medication assisted treatment. Clients consistently praise the caring staff, relaxed atmosphere and comfortable, home like setting. What kinds… |
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Harmony Oaks Recovery Center |
7609 Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Harmony Oaks Recovery Center provides drug and alcohol rehab in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The team provides integrated addiction treatment and mental health care for teens and adults. The program offers a full continuum of treatment that includes and aftercare services. Rooted in individualized, holistic practices, Harmony Oaks supports clients with substance use disorders, co-occurring conditions and chronic relapse. Inpatient Detox Access… |
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SperoHealth Chattanooga |
7030 Lee Highway Suite 201, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Spero Health Chattanooga is a CARF accredited outpatient addiction treatment clinic serving adults throughout Hamilton County and surrounding Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia communities. The clinic delivers evidence based, physician led care for substance use disorders, opioid use disorder and co-occurring mental health conditions. Their mission centers on providing affordable and community based recovery support in a welcoming and judgment… |
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The Next Door Chattanooga |
108 Moccasin Bend Road, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
The reentry program run by Next Door Recovery is a transitional residential program. They serve women around Chattanooga, Tennessee, who’re on parole or probation and have addiction or mental illnesses. You'll get room and board as well as a variety of holistic programming to help you succeed with your reentry. Residents have access to 12 Step meetings, case management, and… |
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Chattanooga Recovery Center |
13 W Kent St, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
Chattanooga Recovery Center is a Tennessee-based provider offering outpatient care for substance use, mental health and trauma-related concerns. The center provides flexible care including Night Outpatient Treatment along with family therapy. With many staff members in recovery themselves, the program emphasizes transparency, flexibility and individualized care for people from all walks of life. Outpatient Addiction Treatment Chattanooga Recovery Center's core… |
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Riverwalk Recovery Center |
7446 Shallowford Rd Ste 116, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Riverwalk Recovery Center is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They serve men and women who need support for a mental health struggle or substance use disorder. This facility offers a range of services including outpatient detox, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient care. You’ll work with trained and experienced substance recovery professionals and will work towards building healthy habits for lasting sobriety.… |
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Adult & Teen Challenge MidSouth |
1108 W 33rd St, Chattanooga, TN 37410 |
Adult & Teen Challenge MidSouth is a drug and alcohol rehab located in Chattanooga, TN. They provide faith based residential addiction treatment for men and women struggling with substance use disorder. Their program, Journey from Addiction to Freedom, consists of three stages: Crossroads, Pursuit, and Destination. Each stage is four months in duration and focuses on forming a relationship with… |
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Restoration Recovery |
6141 Shallowford Rd #100, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
People with a substance use disorder can receive care at Restoration Recovery, including when anxiety, depression or trauma is present. It's an outpatient rehab in Chattanooga, Tennessee, so you return home the same day. No Detox at This Clinic Restoration Recovery doesn't offer medical detox or a residential stay at the Chattanooga clinic. They offer intensive outpatient care, with group… |
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Volunteer Comprehensive Treatment Center |
2347 Rossville Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37408 |
Volunteer Comprehensive Treatment Center is an outpatient addiction center in Chattanooga, Tennessee for adults 18 and older. The clinic specializes in care for opioid use disorder, including heroin and prescription painkiller dependence combining FDA-approved medications with proven therapies. Volunteer takes a personalized, whole-person approach that pairs medication support with counseling and aftercare planning to help patients build sustainable recovery. Opioid… |
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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga |
2412 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404 |
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga is a rehab located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Chattanooga specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Helen Ross McNabb Center Chattanooga |
601 Cumberland St, Chattanooga, TN 37404 |
Helen Ross McNabb Center Chattanooga in Tennessee is an adult outpatient addiction treatment and behavioral health provider serving Hamilton County. As part of the larger nonprofit McNabb Center network across East Tennessee this site connects clients to a full continuum of substance use care including detox and residential treatment, intensive outpatient, medication assisted treatment, and peer recovery support. Why Choose… |
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Health Connect America Chattanooga |
2115 Chapman Rd Suite 115, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Health Connect America is a community-based behavioral health provider offering mental health and substance use disorder treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The center provides therapies for conditions including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorder and co-occurring disorders. Their integrated approach combines counseling, psychiatric services and community supports to help clients build lasting recovery in the… |
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Iris Wellness Group |
901 Mountain Creek Rd Suite 100, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
Iris Wellness Group is an outpatient addiction and mental health treatment center in Chattanooga, Tennessee offering comprehensive care for teens and adults navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The center provides a full continuum of outpatient services including medically supervised detox, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and standard outpatient programs, with telehealth options available. Iris Wellness Group delivers… |
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Centerstone Chattanooga |
6110 Shallowford Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Centerstone Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tennessee offers substance use disorder treatment alongside mental health services. The team provides counseling, psychiatric care, crisis support and primary care coordination in one integrated setting. As a nonprofit provider and National Health Service Corps member site, Centerstone emphasizes accessible, family-inclusive care for the community. Addressing Specific Challenges Centerstone Chattanooga provides outpatient substance use disorder treatment,… |
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McNabb Center Hamilton County Adult Center |
601 Cumberland Street, Chattanooga, TN 37404 |
McNabb Center is a CARF accredited drug and alcohol addiction treatment center located in East Tennessee. Serving adults and adolescents with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Drug rehab programs include medically monitored detox, counseling, drug, and alcohol rehab, medication assisted treatment, outpatient programs, and peer support specialists. Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance plans, and self pay accepted. Financial… |
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Parkridge Valley Adult and Senior |
7351 Courage Way, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
Parkridge Valley Adult & Senior Campus is an inpatient behavioral health and drug and alcohol detox provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, serving adults and seniors. The campus offers medically supervised detox, inpatient psychiatric stabilization and PHP and IOP step down care with individualized treatment planning, medication management and family involvement. Structured Senior Behavioral Health Care Parkridge Valley separates its inpatient population… |
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CADAS – Adult Treatment |
205 Minor Street, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
CADAS – Adult Treatment is a rehab located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. CADAS – Adult Treatment specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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CADAS Scholze Center Adolescent Residential |
911 Pineville Road, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
CADAS Scholze Center Adolescent Residential is a rehab located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. CADAS Scholze Center Adolescent Residential specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services |
207 Spears Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37405 |
Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services is a rehab located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital |
804 North Holtzclaw Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37406 |
Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital is a rehab located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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McNabb Center Hamilton County Children and Youth Center |
6055 Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 |
McNabb Center Hamilton County Children and Youth Center is a rehab located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. McNabb Center Hamilton County Children and Youth Center specializes in the treatment of addiction. |
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Frequently asked questions
Every facility on this page is a licensed drug and alcohol treatment provider serving the Chattanooga area. We organize listings to help you compare centers by the factors that matter most when choosing care: level of care offered, accepted insurance and payment options, specialty programs, and accreditation status.
Facilities that hold accreditation from independent bodies such as the Joint Commission or CARF, maintain current state licensure, and offer a documented continuum of care are given prominence, because these signals reflect adherence to recognized clinical standards.
We do not accept payment in exchange for a higher ranking. When you contact a center, we encourage you to verify its current licensure, ask about its approach to your specific situation, and confirm insurance coverage before admission.
Chattanooga is the seat of Hamilton County and the urban center of southeast Tennessee, anchoring a metro area that draws people seeking care from surrounding communities including East Ridge, Red Bank, Hixson, Soddy-Daisy, and Signal Mountain.
There are 31 treatment facilities in and around the city offering a range of options, from medical detox and residential care to outpatient counseling and medication-assisted treatment. You can compare Chattanooga programs above or browse the full Tennessee rehab directory to see options in nearby cities.
Local treatment is coordinated in part through the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS), which licenses and funds providers statewide, and through the Hamilton County Health Department. This program runs overdose surveillance and prevention programming for the county.
Among the longest-established local providers is the Council for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services (CADAS), a Chattanooga nonprofit that has been operating since 1964. They offer a full continuum of care and serve individuals regardless of their ability to pay.
These organizations, along with the region's private and hospital-affiliated programs, form the backbone of the local addiction treatment options available to residents. Substance use patterns in Hamilton County mirror the broader shift toward illicitly manufactured fentanyl.
The county health department's overdose surveillance found fentanyl was involved in the large majority of local overdose deaths in recent years, and county reporting has documented an increasing role for methamphetamine, frequently detected alongside fentanyl.
That combination raises the risk of any single episode of use and is a central reason local officials have expanded naloxone distribution and fentanyl test strip access. For people whose use centers on opioids, understanding opioid use disorder and the treatment paths available is often the first practical step.
Because Hamilton County sits at the junction of Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama, some residents weigh crossing state lines for care. Staying in-state can simplify insurance coordination through TennCare and make family involvement and continuing care planning more practical, though the right choice depends on your level of care needs and coverage.
Figures for rehab in Chattanooga show how sharply cost varies by setting, with intensive residential and detox care at the high end and outpatient services considerably lower. Most people do not pay the full amount out of pocket, because insurance, TennCare, and sliding-scale programs offset a large share of the cost for those who qualify.
Given Chattanooga's position as a regional hub, local pricing generally tracks with statewide averages rather than the higher figures seen in large coastal metros. Several factors influence the final cost up or down, and understanding them ahead of time makes it easier to plan.
Verifying your benefits before admission is the single most effective way to control what you actually pay. Our guide to using insurance for rehab walks through how to do that.
Across the 31 facilities serving Chattanooga, most accept more than one form of payment, which means cost is rarely an absolute barrier to getting started. The counts below reflect how many local facilities accept each payment type. The most common routes are private insurance and self-payment, but TennCare, Medicare, TRICARE, and financial assistance programs each cover a meaningful share of local programs.
The right payment path depends on your coverage and eligibility. The sections below outline how the major options work for Chattanooga residents.
Ten Chattanooga-area facilities accept Medicare, which covers medically necessary addiction treatment for eligible adults 65 and older and for some younger people with qualifying disabilities.
Coverage typically includes inpatient care, outpatient services, and screening, though specific benefits and any cost-sharing depend on your plan. Confirming your Medicare coverage with the facility before admission helps you understand what to expect before you enroll in a program.
Tennessee's Medicaid program is called TennCare, and 14 local facilities accept it. TennCare is administered through managed care organizations including BlueCare, Wellpoint, and UnitedHealthcare, and its behavioral health benefits cover substance use disorder services such as detox, inpatient and outpatient treatment, and medication-assisted treatment.
Tennessee has not expanded Medicaid, so eligibility is more restrictive than in some states and generally applies to children, pregnant women, parents of minor children, older adults, and people with qualifying disabilities. TennCare covers medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, which combines medications such as buprenorphine with counseling.
Eight Chattanooga-area facilities accept TRICARE, the health program for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Veterans also have access to care through the VA, served by the Chattanooga VA Clinic. Additional rehab resources for veterans and military families outline how these benefits work alongside civilian treatment options.
Private insurance is accepted at 28 local facilities and self-payment at 30, making these the two most widely accepted options in Chattanooga. Under federal parity rules, most private plans must cover substance use treatment comparable to other medical care, though deductibles, copays, and network status vary. Confirming your benefits directly with the facility before admission prevents surprise costs later.
Nine Chattanooga facilities offer financial assistance, and five provide sliding-scale fees that adjust to income, which can substantially lower out-of-pocket costs for those without full coverage. Scholarships and grants are another avenue worth exploring. Our guide to rehab scholarships explains how to find and apply for these opportunities.
Chattanooga offers care across the full continuum, with 21 facilities providing medical detox, 21 offering inpatient rehab, 28 offering outpatient services, and 19 equipped for co-occurring mental health conditions. The grid below shows how many local facilities provide each level of care.
Medical detox is often the first step for people with physical dependence, providing supervised withdrawal management to keep the process safe and as comfortable as possible. Learn more about supervised detox and when it is recommended.
Inpatient rehab provides 24-hour structured care in a residential setting, which suits people who need to step away from their environment to focus fully on early recovery. Our guide to residential treatment covers what a typical stay involves.
Outpatient rehab, the most widely available level in Chattanooga, allows people to live at home while attending scheduled treatment. Intensive outpatient programs offer more structure than standard weekly sessions. See our overview of outpatient and intensive outpatient programs to compare formats.
Partial hospitalization programs fall between residential and outpatient care, offering full days of treatment with evenings at home. PHP treatment is a common step-down after detox or inpatient care.
With 19 facilities equipped for co-occurring disorders, people managing both a substance use disorder and a condition such as depression can find integrated treatment that addresses both at once. Sober living homes and structured rehab aftercare support the transition back to daily life after a program ends.
Many Chattanooga facilities tailor treatment to specific populations and substances, recognizing that recovery looks different depending on someone's background and what they are recovering from. The programs below meet the local thresholds for inclusion.
Alcohol remains the most commonly treated substance locally, with 25 programs addressing alcohol use disorder, while 15 focus on opioid use, reflecting the fentanyl-driven overdose trend in Hamilton County.
Gender-specific programming is widely available for both women and men. Five programs serve veterans and military families, and three offer LGBTQ+ affirming addiction care. Programs for young adults and older adults round out the specialty options for those whose needs fall outside a general adult track.
Cost and insurance status should never be the reason someone goes without help. Chattanooga and the state of Tennessee maintain a network of free and low-cost resources, from 24-hour crisis and referral lines to harm-reduction supplies and nonprofit treatment that serves people regardless of ability to pay. The resources below are verified and current.
Hamilton County's overdose picture is shaped overwhelmingly by illicitly manufactured fentanyl, with the county health department's surveillance recording 205 suspected drug-related deaths in 2023, and fentanyl listed as the cause in 70% of them.
The figures below summarize the most significant recent local data.
Beyond the fentanyl figures, county reporting has tracked a rising role for methamphetamine, which is frequently detected in combination with fentanyl and now accounts for a growing share of both fatal and non-fatal overdoses.
Cocaine has been the second most-involved substance in local overdose deaths. These patterns underscore why the county has prioritized naloxone access and fentanyl testing, and why treatment for opioid use disorder remains a local priority.
For national context on overdose and substance use trends, see our national substance use statistics.
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