The Journal of Mental Health Policy and Economics publishes rigorous empirical, analytical, and methodological research using advanced economic and policy analysis techniques applied to compelling topics in mental health and substance use research. The Journal also publishes insightful review and perspective articles, including those that examine mental health and substance use policies and reforms, financing and organization of services for mental health and substance use disorders, and economic evaluation methods pertaining to the costs and outcomes of treatments for mental health and substance use disorders. It offers a multidisciplinary international forum for health economists, health services researchers, psychiatrists, psychologists, health policy researchers, health care providers, and policy makers to communicate about research findings and share ideas.