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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month: Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked in countries around the world, including in the United States. Traffickers often use force, fraud, or coercion to lure victims and force them into labor or commercial sexual exploitation. Join us this month in raising awareness to end human […]

SAMHSA is accepting applications for the first-ever SAMHSA Harm Reduction grant program to help address the Nation's substance use and overdose epidemic. This $30 million in grant funding, authorized by the American Rescue Plan, will help increase access to a range of community harm reduction services and support providers as they work to prevent overdose […]

December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. The goal of this annual observance is to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while impaired. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), every day in the US, approximately 29 people, or one person every 50 minutes, die in motor vehicle crashes involving a […]

SAMHSA is supporting individuals experiencing homelessness through the Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness (PATH) program. The PATH program was created to reduce or eliminate homelessness for individuals with serious mental illnesses and/or co-occurring substance use disorders, who are experiencing homelessness or are at imminent risk of becoming homeless. SAMHSA’s PATH grantees receive support to fill gaps within existing community […]

HRSA is hosting a webinar to celebrate National Rural Health Day on Thursday, November 18 at 11:30 a.m. ET. Federal speakers will share strategies, activities, and resources related to achieving health equity in rural communities, and HRSA grantees will share best practices in their projects focused on health equity during a panel discussion. Register here for the […]

On Tuesday, November 16th, the HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) will host the Advancing Behavioral Health Equity: National CLAS Standards in Action webinar, highlighting real-world examples of behavioral health service providers using the National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services and the Behavioral Health Implementation Guide (PDF).   Presenters include: Miriam Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D., […]

November is Native American Heritage Month: In 1990 President George H.W. Bush designated November “National American Indian Heritage Month”. Today the month-long tribute to the ancestry and traditions of Native Americans is also referred to as "American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month". According to the US Census Bureau (2020), there are approximately 7.1 million […]

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released findings from the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). The data suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on the nation’s well-being. Americans responding to the NSDUH survey reported that the coronavirus outbreak adversely impacted their mental health, including by […]

          The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is launching an Office of Recovery, within the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Mental Health and Substance Use, to advance the agency’s commitment to, and support of, recovery for all Americans. September marks National Recovery Month, and in organizing this […]

          The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recently announced an $825 million investment in Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) across the US. This distribution of funds to 231 CMHCS will enable CMHCs to more effectively address the needs of individuals who have a serious emotional disturbance (SED) or serious […]

     Recovery is for everyone. Now in its 32nd year, National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the emergence of a strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and community members across the nation who make recovery in […]

National Opioid and Substance Awareness Day, held on September 21, 2021, will feature a virtual town hall event from 12:00–3:00 pm EDT, where participants will learn from experts and from those with lived experience about substance misuse, treatment, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants will be able to take free, anonymous, online screenings for […]

     Recently the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) announced the release of 145 grant awards totaling $17.8 million to help communities increase mental health awareness among individuals who interact with people who are experiencing or exhibiting symptoms of a mental health disorder and refer them to available services in the community. […]

     September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Anyone, regardless of age, gender, or background, can have suicidal thoughts. Talking about suicide can be difficult, and the need to minimize associated stigma and increase access to treatment for those having suicidal thoughts remains great.       Visit the MHTTC Network and SAMHSA to locate support resources for individuals […]

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) awarded grants totaling $74.2 million to help strengthen the structures that serve youth mental health needs. This funding will enhance the system of care for delivering services and support to our children and schools by raising awareness of youth mental health issues, training school personnel, and coordinating treatment.  To […]

Recently, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released additional grant awards totaling $17.8 million to help communities prevent suicide during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Emergency Response for Suicide Prevention Grants program helps states, tribes and communities advance efforts to prevent suicide and suicide attempts among adults 25 and older in order to […]

          July is National Minority Mental Health Month. Join us this month in raising awareness and supporting the mental health of minority populations.  Lack of access, poorer quality services, and discrimination are additional challenges minority communities often face in seeking mental health treatment. To learn more about advocating for minority mental health and reducing mental health […]

     SAMHSA recently released a new guide that reviews the ways that telehealth can be used to provide treatment for individuals with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorders. It also makes recommendations for practice and provides implementation examples.  Visit SAMHSA to view the publication today! 

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         June is PTSD Awareness Month. Join us in raising awareness about the approximately 8 million U.S. adults currently experiencing PTSD and the many effective PTSD treatment options available.  To learn more about PTSD causes, symptoms, and treatment options, click here.         

                    Join us as we celebrate National Prevention Week, May 9th - 15th, 2021.  This is a week long observance to raise awareness about the importance of substance use prevention and positive mental health. To learn more about the primary goals and daily themes, click here. 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated stressors and had a significant impact on the mental health of people of all ages. Now, more than ever, we cannot underscore the importance of raising awareness, reducing stigma, and supporting […]

During National Minority Health Month, the HHS Office of Minority Health (OMH), along with federal and non-federal partners, will focus on the impact COVID-19 is having on racial and ethnic minority and American Indian and Alaska Native communities as well as underscore the need for these vulnerable communities to get vaccinated as more vaccines become […]

This column describes a mixed-methods needs assessment conducted by the Southeast Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) to identify regional mental health priorities in eight states of the southeastern United States. The six priority areas identified were mental health workforce, school-based mental health, suicide prevention, peer workforce, criminal justice and mental health, and supported housing. […]