Smart Steps: Treating Baltimore’s Drug Problem (2000)

This 2000 report, "Smart Steps: Treating Baltimore’s Drug Problem," examines the city's severe drug issue, emphasizing the importance of readily available, high-quality treatment. It reviews national research on treatment effectiveness, describes Baltimore's publicly-funded treatment system, and offers recommendations for future progress. The report highlights the economic and social costs of drug abuse, the city's commitment to treatment, and the need for comprehensive services and continued funding to address the crisis.