As kids prep for #BackToSchool, addressing and preventing bullying is something that everyone can do, every day. Visit stopbullying.gov and learn how to help #StopBullying for good.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Government Administration
Rockville, MD 318,972 followers
In crisis? Call/text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. Treatment for mental and substance use disorders: findtreatment.gov
About us
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminstration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. Charged with reducing the impact of substance abuse and mental illnesses of America's communities, SAMHSA has made significant strides throughout its 22-year history and serves as a national and global leader in the field of behavioral health care. SAMHSA provides leadership and devotes its resources, including programs, policies, information and data, contracts and grants, to help the United States act on the knowledge that behavioral health is essential to health, prevention works, treatment is effective, and people recover from mental and substance use disorders.
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http://www.samhsa.gov
External link for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Rockville, MD
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1992
- Specialties
- Substance Use Disorders, Behavioral Health, Treatment, Prevention, Mental Health, Workforce, Disaster/Distress Support, Tribal Affairs, Laws/Regulations/Guidelines, Data Outcomes, Health Information Technology, Health Care & Health Systems Integration, and Recovery
Locations
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Primary
5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857, US
Employees at Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Updates
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The life choices you make can affect your physical health, #MentalHealth & overall well-being. Incorporate dimensions of wellness into your life—like 💲 financial wellness—which can help better manage your condition & experience of recovery.
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Empower your patient’s journey to recovery – prescribe buprenorphine and save a life. For more information, SAMHSA has a quick start guide: https://lnkd.in/ePUHR-d and information on TIP 63: https://lnkd.in/gceeZRJq #OverdoseAwarenessWeek
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It may be hard to tell whether a person is experiencing an overdose. If you aren’t sure, treat it like an overdose—you could #SaveALife Here are some things to look for if you think someone is overdosing: https://lnkd.in/g3UMpHME #EndOverdose #OverdoseAwarenessWeek
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🏡 The updated "SOAR Works to End Veteran Homelessness: VA Caseworker’s Guide" is now available! Developed by the VA Homeless Programs Office and SAMHSA SOAR TA Center, this guide offers detailed instructions for VA staff to apply SOAR training in their efforts to end Veteran homelessness. Download today: https://lnkd.in/gmAviD3M
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Substance use disorders impact the lives of millions of Americans. But prevention matters, treatment works, and recovery is possible. We can all work together to #EndOverdose. For help and resources visit: samhsa.gov/find-help #OverdoseAware #OverdoseAwarenessWeek
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WANTED: Inspiring Stories. Big Ideas. 7 DAYS LEFT to submit your abstract for SAMHSA’s Prevention Day 2025 at samhsa.gov/prevention-day #SAMHSAPreventionDay
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Opioids have serious risks of misuse and overdose. This #OverdoseAwarenessWeek find resources related to opioid overdose and get information to help #EndOverdose: samhsa.gov/end-overdose
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Every family is unique, but all families share a bond that can be used to support one another during trying times. Visit if you're looking for resources for families coping with mental health and substance use disorders: samhsa.gov/families
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Do you know how to prevent & respond to an overdose? It's important for all of us to be aware of the signs of an overdose & how to respond to one. For more information, you can read SAMHSA's Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit: https://lnkd.in/erPeSpZ8 #OverdoseAwarenessWeek
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