Implementing Indirect Needs-Assessment Models for Planning State Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

Ciarlo, James A.; Tweed, Dan L.

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ERIC Number: EJ449448

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Publication Date: 1992

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Implementing Indirect Needs-Assessment Models for Planning State Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

Ciarlo, James A.; Tweed, Dan L.

Evaluation and Program Planning, v15 n2 p195-210 Apr-Jun 1992

Service-planning issues necessary for successful implementation of an indirect needs-assessment model to estimate geographical differences in the prevalence of needs for alcohol, drug abuse, and mental health services are discussed. The issues include selection of need categories as target groups, estimation model selection, and understanding model requirements. (SLD)

Descriptors: Estimation (Mathematics), Geographic Regions, Health Needs, Incidence, Mental Health Programs, Models, Needs Assessment, Planning, Psychiatric Services, State Programs, State Surveys, Substance Abuse

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative

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Audience: Policymakers

Language: English

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