Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Secretary Kennedy today visited Louisa County High School in Mineral, Virginia with Governor Glenn Youngkin. They engaged with students and staff to witness the success and importance of bell-to-bell cell-phone free education. SAMHSA has been working to improve our understanding of the impact of cell phones and social media use on young people and leveraging HHS grant funding and technical assistance to help support state, community, and school efforts to improve mental health and wellbeing.

Secretary Kennedy today visited Louisa County High School in Mineral, Virginia with Governor Glenn Youngkin. They engaged with students and staff to witness the success and importance of bell-to-bell cell-phone free education. SAMHSA has been working to improve our understanding of the impact of cell phones and social media use on young people and leveraging HHS grant funding and technical assistance to help support state, community, and school efforts to improve mental health and wellbeing.

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You are not alone on your path to recovery. Support and treatment services are available. #RecoveryIsPossible ?? Help yourself and share to help others: samhsa.gov/recovery

A mental illness that interferes with a person’s life & ability to function is called a serious mental illness (SMI). SMI is not a choice, a weakness, or a character flaw. Learn how treatment helps people living with SMI live healthy & rewarding lives ?? https://lnkd.in/gwri4_fZ

Disasters leave a mark, and it's natural to feel a range of emotions afterward. If you're navigating sadness, anger, or anxiety, know you're not alone. Find support and learn coping strategies with these resources: https://lnkd.in/dadvghsP

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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/ggCX56EV and information on TIP 63: https://lnkd.in/g58-tjeE

Spot the signs, save a life. Learn the warning signs of suicide and share this graphic to help others recognize them. If you see these signs in someone, urge them to contact a mental health professional or the 988 Lifeline at 988Lifeline.org.

Opioid overdose is a medical emergency and recognizing the signs can save a life. It's often difficult to tell if someone is overdosing but knowing what to look for and how to respond is crucial. Learn the warning signs and what to do: https://lnkd.in/gFaWufia