"Challenges in Accessing Affordable Residential Addiction Treatment for Adolescents"

A study supported by the National Institutes of Health found that access to residential addiction treatment for adolescents in the United States is limited and expensive, with only about half of the facilities having immediate bed availability and an average daily cost of $878. Additionally, only seven states had facilities that accepted Medicaid, had an open bed the same day, and offered buprenorphine. The study highlights the challenges in accessing timely, affordable, and evidence-based care for adolescents with substance use disorders, emphasizing the need for systems-level changes to ensure effective and affordable treatment options.