Behavioral Health and Homelessness: Findings from the California Statewide Study of People Experiencing Homelessness

Behavioral health challenges both contribute to and are exacerbated by homelessness. To better understand behavioral health and homelessness, we examined data from the California Statewide Study of People Experiencing Homelessness. Our latest report examines the relationship between homelessness, substance use, and mental health, providing critical insights for policymakers, program leaders, Continuum of Care leaders, and healthcare systems.

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UCSF Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative. (2025, March). Behavioral Health and Homelessness: Findings from the California Statewide Study of People Experiencing Homelessness. https://homelessness.ucsf.edu/sites/default/files/2025-03/Behavioral%20Health%20Report.pdf