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May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth — a great time to check in on yourself & loved ones. If you or someone in your life needs help, confidential support & treatment options are available. 💚 Help yourself & share to help others: samhsa.gov/find-help #MentalHealthMonth

Mental Health Matters. Mental Health Awareness Month. 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 or 988Lifeline.org Veterans Crisis Line Dial 988 (Press 1) SAMHSA's National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 FindTreatment.gov

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🆕 Notice of Funding Opportunity: FY 2023 Hurricanes Fiona and Ian Behavioral Health Recovery Program The purpose of this program is to address the behavioral health impacts of Hurricanes Fiona and Ian. Learn more: fal.cn/3y8Ri

New Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)

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This week is Public Service Recognition Week #PSRW We are grateful for the dedicated commitment that SAMHSA staff bring to their work each and everyday to lead public health and service delivery efforts across America's communities. #GovPossible

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Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D.

@SAMHSA_Leader

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I was pleased to be part of the

@WhiteHouse

’s Forum on Mental Health and Wellbeing with our partners

@NACoTweets

@leagueofcities

@USMayors

. I look forward to our continued collaborations connecting individuals and communities to needed behavioral health services and supports.

Panelists at the White House's Forum on Mental Health and Wellbeing.

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SAMHSA Distributes Additional Grant Funding for Programs That Combat Overdose and Substance Use on...

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🆕 SAMHSA distributes additional grant funding for programs that combat overdose and substance use on multiple fronts:

samhsa.gov

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is announcing awards in four grant programs devoted to combating the overdose epidemic on multiple fronts. The grant awards...

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Join us and the #TalkTheyHearYou campaign today in sharing your own #MyPreventionStory 📱 for #NationalPreventionWeek23. Be part of a national conversation 📣 that celebrates the possibilities that exist through youth substance use prevention. ⬇️ fal.cn/3y8u7

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We’re very excited to share that the SAMHSA team overseeing

@988Lifeline

team has been selected as a finalist for

@publicservice

’s Service to America Medals! Vote for them to win the People’s Choice award at fal.cn/3y8nO #Sammies2023

We're proud of our 2023 SAMMIES Finalist servicetoamericamedals.org

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David is in recovery from opioid use with the support of his wife, Tanya. Learn about the steps David took on his journey and the challenges he faced: fal.cn/3y8eQ #FindSupport #MentalHealthMonth #RecoveryIsPossible

SAMHSA’s 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Team, represented by Dr. John Palmieri, Richard McKeon, & James Wright, is a Management Excellence finalist for launching a new 3-digit suicide, drug & crisis lifeline, providing 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors. -AP

SAMHSA’s 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis Coordinating Team Member

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National Council on Aging

@NCOAging

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🚨📣 There's still time to register! This is happening tomorrow!

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Join us 5/11 for the Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium. This event will feature an engaging plenary, informative sessions, and a diverse array of topics addressing the most pressing mental health needs in older adults: connect.ncoa.org/oamhad2023 #OAMHAD

Register now! 6th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium May 11, 2023 Free virtual registration coming soon CEUs offered for multiple disciplines

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It's a common question. Either you ask it or someone asks you: How are you? What do you do if a Veteran friend or family member tells you they’re fine, but you can see signs they’re struggling? news.va.gov/119084/suicide

Trauma and abuse are never your fault. If you have experienced physical, mental and emotional scars from trauma and abuse, learn how VA can help you find the care you need. #HarassmentfreeVA #mentalhealthmonth va.gov/stop-harassmen

Secretary Xavier Becerra

@SecBecerra

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We know that even when someone decides they want to seek help for their mental health, they are often not sure where to start. That’s why we launched FindSupport.Gov – to help you start the process of finding mental health support for yourself or a loved one.

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📢 TOMORROW join the free virtual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium. Engage on the most pressing topics in older adult mental health. Hosted by SAMHSA

@ACLgov

@HRSAgov

@NCOAging

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Join

's Office of Recovery on 5/12 for a webinar on the many pathways to #YouthMentalHealth. The session will address research about family to family peer support and how it can be implemented. Register: zoomgov.com/webinar/regist #MHAM2023

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Today is National Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Mental Health Day. Let’s celebrate the diversity & resilience of these communities & raise awareness of their mental health needs & challenges. Find your support system. FindSupport.gov #MHAM2023 #AANHPI

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Don't forget! Today's live virtual event will showcase four diverse Communities Talk organizations to highlight successful #prevention strategies along with lessons learned. Join the conversation from 2-3pm ET. fal.cn/3y7S5

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SAMHSA joins Good Morning Washington to discuss suicide prevention

📺 Watch Brandon Johnson, Acting Chief of the Suicide Prevention Branch at SAMHSA, talk about youth suicide prevention and key resources: fal.cn/3y6FM #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth 💚

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For more information visit FindSupport.gov

📢PARENTS, today is #FentanylAwarenessDay #DYK 35 percent of American teens ages 13–17 don’t know about the dangers of fentanyl?💡Spread awareness & start conversations with youth in your life today. Find more resources at fal.cn/3y6Ef

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It’s hard to deal with mental health, drug, or alcohol issues on your own. Learn about how connecting with others helped Alysa with her #anxiety and alcohol misuse on FindSupport.gov: fal.cn/3y6zB #FindSupport #MentalHealthMonth

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Last week, SAMHSA’s Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary

@TomCoderre

spoke at #NatCon23 where he met with

@RobLowe

and thanked him for sharing his recovery story and bringing hope to those who are struggling! #WeDoRecover

DEA, SAMHSA Extend COVID-19 Telemedicine Flexibilities for Prescribing Controlled Medications for...

It's OK to take a break when you need it. This #MentalHealthMonth prioritize self-care & take time to recharge. Your mental health is important & seeking support when you need it is vital. Call, chat or text 988 for free, confidential, judgment-free support 24/7 #988Lifeline

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and SAMHSA extend COVID-19 telemedicine flexibilities for prescribing controlled medications for six months while considering comments from the public:

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Today, ahead of the expiration of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE), the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)...

Registered nurses hold a variety of positions at SAMHSA. These highly specialized professionals deserve recognition for the hard work, dedication & care they show for our mission & for communities across the country. During #NationalNursesWeek, we encourage you to #ThankaNurse!

Synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, are now the most common drugs involved in overdose deaths in the U.S. This #NationalPreventionWeek23, learn more about fentanyl and how to help prevent an overdose: fal.cn/3y5QE #FentanylAwarenessDay

Today is National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Knowledge = Power 🧠💪 Learn the facts about fentanyl and talk to your children about their mental health and the risks of encountering illegally made fentanyl. Learn more at fentanylawarenessday.org #FentanylAwarenessDay

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It’s ok to not be ok. Breathe with us. And if you need help, call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org 24/7. #mentalhealthmonth

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To all the teachers who bring their heart to the job, even when it’s tough: We thank you - and your students do too! #TAW23 #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher

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’s NSDUH revealed an estimated 19M adults (aged 18 and older) had both a mental illness & at least one substance use disorder in the past year. Together we can raise awareness about these health topics during #NationalPreventionWeek23 this May! samhsa.gov/prevention-week

It’s National Nurses Week, and we thank nurses across the country for their tireless dedication to caring for us and our loved ones. HHS honors your heroic work and your commitment to keeping our communities safe and healthy.

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If you think someone is in crisis or at risk of #suicide, be a lifeline. Stay with them until you can get them help and call, chat, or text 988. Learn other ways to help samhsa.gov/suicide #988lifeline #MentalHealthMonth

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'📅 Mark your calendars! 📱 Join the Communities Talk to Prevent Alcohol and Other Drug Misuse team on May 10 at 2 p.m. ET for a conversation highlighting successful prevention strategies and more! Register today! ➡️ fal.cn/3y4qy #NPW2023

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Check out the #TalkTheyHearYou campaign’s NEW ❗️ materials to support 🤝 your prevention efforts! This #NationalPreventionWeek23, make time to talk with youth about the risks of substance use. Visit the #TalkTheyHearYou website to learn more. 👨‍💻 fal.cn/3y4mK

Next to the covers of three "Talk. They Hear You." brochures about alcohol and marijuana a paragraph of bold blue text reads, "Research suggests that one of the most influential factors in healthy childhood development is a strong, open relationship with a parent." Under this paragraph, smaller blue text reads, "Download these brochures and other resources for parents and caregivers at talktheyhearyou.samhsa.gov."

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❤️🧡💛 YOU MATTER 💚💙💜 And if you ever feel like you don’t or if you’re struggling emotionally, 24/7 free and confidential emotional support is available. samhsa.gov/find-help

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Don't forget! Join us today at 1 PM ET to celebrate the 10th anniversary of SAMHSA national youth prevention campaign, “Talk. They Hear You.”® , which aims to prevent underage drinking and other substance use among youths under the age of 21. fal.cn/3y45D

Miriam E. Delphin-Rittmon, Ph.D.

@SAMHSA_Leader

We’re very excited to share that the SAMHSA team overseeing the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has been selected as a finalist for

@publicservice

’s Service to America Medals! Help spread the word about

@988Lifeline

with our Partner Toolkit. samhsa.gov/find-help/988/ #Sammies2023

#sammies2023 We're proud of our 2023 sammies finalist servicetpamericamedals.org

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The National

1-800-985-5990 is providing immediate crisis counseling to those affected by Allen Mall shooting and to those affected by Brownsville vehicular strike on pedestrians: samhsa.gov/DDH

Disaster Distress Helpline Call or text 1-800-985-5990

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