Mental Health Industry News
Advancing Research on Empirically-Supported Interventions for Older Adults Living with Serious Mental Illness
The goal of this concept is to support research that addresses the optimization, effectiveness, implementation, coordination, and sustainability of empirically-supported therapeutic and services interventions within and across care settings to better meet the mental health needs of older adults with serious mental illness (SMI).
Read MoreDeveloping Tools for Measuring Mental Health Outcomes
The National Institutes of Health has funded six projects to develop, test, and validate outcome-focused quality measures for mental health, which are used to understand the impact of interventions when implemented in real-world health care systems and settings.
Read MorePredictive Models Show Promise in Preventing Suicide
In a study funded by the National Institutes of Health, researchers created new suicide risk prediction models using data in electronic health records from the Indian Health Service.
Read MoreStudy Illuminates the Genetic Architecture of Bipolar Disorder
Largest-ever genome-wide study of a diverse group of people with bipolar disorder sheds new light on the genetic architecture underlying the disorder.
Read MoreSubstance Use Disorders Treatment Options
Many people make new promises to their health and well-being at the beginning of the year. To emphasize the value of expanding access to treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs), SAMHSA is launching “SUD Treatment Month” in January. This annual observance will be dedicated to spreading awareness about the effectiveness and availability of SUD treatment, giving people hope, and connecting individuals to treatment services and recovery supports that can improve their health and make their lives better. What Is Substance Use Disorder?
Read MoreNational Family Caregivers Month
National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated each November to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. President Biden’s 2024 Proclamation on National Family Caregivers Month states, “Family caregivers are the backbone of our Nation, making tremendous sacrifices to be there for the people who need and cherish them most. This month, we honor their selfless love and courage, and we recommit to getting them the support they deserve.
Read MoreMethamphetamine Awareness Day
Methamphetamine* is one of the most common illicit drugs used in the United States and worldwide, and its use is spreading. What is methamphetamine?
Read More2024 National Rural Health Day: Empowering Rural Resilience
For National Rural Health Day, SAMHSA celebrates the unique strengths of rural communities. SAMHSA empowers rural resilience by providing resources and tools that address behavioral health; supporting rural communities' ability to mitigate, adapt, and recover from stressors; promoting behavioral health equity; and building and retaining a diverse, robust, and resilient behavioral health workforce.
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