The Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) aims to reduce health disparities and improve behavioral health care outcomes for racial and ethnic populations.| www.samhsa.gov
Key Substance Use and Mental Health Indicators in the United States: Results from the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Reports from SAMHSA's Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality| www.samhsa.gov
Learn more about signs of stress and stress management including additional resources and online trainings.| www.samhsa.gov
Results from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Detailed Tables, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Reports from SAMHSA's Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality| www.samhsa.gov
Conducted annually, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) provides nationally representative data on the use of tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drugs; substance use disorders; mental health conditions; suicidal thoughts and behavior; and receipt of substance use and mental health treatment among the civilian, noninstitutionalized population aged 12 or older in the United States. NSDUH estimates allow researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and the general public to better understand...| www.samhsa.gov
People with mental and substance use disorders are over-represented in the justice system.| www.samhsa.gov
Get detailed national estimates from the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). The tables provide comprehensive data on substance use, mental health, and treatment in the United States. The tables are based on the NSDUH survey, which interviews people ages 12 or older in the civilian, noninstitutionalized population. In the tables, indicators are broken out by a variety of demographic, geographic, and economic variables.| www.samhsa.gov
Check out what SAMHSA is doing for Mental Health Awareness Month and share our materials, and remember that we all play active roles in caring for our mental health!| www.samhsa.gov
SAMHSA leads efforts to advance behavioral health across the U.S., offering resources for mental health, substance use, and community well-being.| SAMHSA - The Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration
If you’re having trouble with mental health, drugs, or alcohol, it can help to talk about it with someone you trust. They can give you support, ease your burden, and help you find a path to feeling better. As you think about who to talk to—and what you might say—it’s normal to feel a lot of emotions. Asking for help is hard and might seem scary, so here are some tips for preparing yourself. A little planning can make the conversation easier, and you’re likely to get better results.| www.samhsa.gov
In addition to health care professionals, there are many community programs that offer help. Find a support group Talking with people dealing with similar issues can help a lot. Since they’ve “been there” and are doing the work to heal and recover, they can be a great support system. There are national and local groups you can search for. Many have in-person and online meetings. These groups include:| www.samhsa.gov
Obtén atención médica o apoyo para la salud mental o por el uso de drogas o alcohol. Entérate de las opciones de tratamiento disponibles, cómo pagar el tratamiento, cómo enfrentar tu situación y cómo ayudar a alguien que te importa.| www.samhsa.gov
Has it gotten harder to get through each day? If you’re having issues with mental health, drugs, or alcohol or waiting for treatment to start, here are some small steps you can take. Reach out if you're in crisis If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You’ll be able to speak with a trained crisis counselor any time of day or night.| www.samhsa.gov
Finding the right health care professional or program can take a lot of work. Here’s where to start. Ask someone you trust for a recommendation If you’re comfortable, ask your doctor, social worker, loved ones, or friends you trust if they know any health care professionals or programs for mental health or drug and alcohol use. This is often the easiest way to find an available health care professional or program. It can be helpful to talk to more than one person to get a recommendation b...| www.samhsa.gov
Learn about the co-occurring disorders, and other health conditions which can occur in people with substance use disorders.| www.samhsa.gov
SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.| www.samhsa.gov
Get detailed national estimates from the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH). The tables provide comprehensive statistics on substance use, mental health, and treatment in the United States. The tables are based on the NSDUH survey, which interviews people ages 12 or older in the civilian, noninstitutionalized population. In the tables, indicators are broken out by a variety of demographic, geographic, and economic variables.| www.samhsa.gov
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National Recovery Month (Recovery Month), which started in 1989, is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery in all its forms possible.| www.samhsa.gov
Learn about the co-occurring disorders, and other health conditions which can occur in people with substance use disorders.| www.samhsa.gov
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a real disorder that develops when a person has experienced or witnessed a scary, shocking, terrifying, or dangerous event. These stressful or traumatic events usually involve a situation where someone’s life has been threatened or severe injury has occurred. Children and adults with PTSD may feel anxious or stressed even when they are not in present danger.| www.samhsa.gov
Find treatment locators and helplines such as the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, FindTreatment.gov, FindSupport.gov, and others.| www.samhsa.gov
Get support for issues with mental health, drugs, or alcohol. Learn about treatment options, how to pay, ways to cope, and helping someone you care about.| www.samhsa.gov
This National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) short report looks at trends in illicit drug use, heavy alcohol use, substance use disorder (SUD) among persons aged 18 to 64 who are employed full time. The report includes compares rates of substance use and SUD across the industry in which employees work. It also includes comparisons of estimates within each industy from the combined 2008 to 2012 NSDUHs with the combined 2003 to 2007 NSDUHs. The industries examined include: Accommodations...| www.samhsa.gov
Numerous federal requirements govern drug-free workplace policies.| www.samhsa.gov
Learn how medications can be used to treat substance use disorders, sustain recovery and prevent overdose.| www.samhsa.gov