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Moving the Needle on Mental Health Outcomes

The Data Committee's report identifies pressing federal policy changes necessary for meaningful data usage and focus on outcomes in MH/SUD care.

Issue brief

Building the Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Workforce We Need

This report examines the extent of the shortage of MH/SUD professionals in the U.S. and provides policy recommendations addressing payment, licensure,...

Issue brief

Building Better Responses to Youth Mental Health and Addiction

This brief covers several developing challenges facing young people, including health and substance use, (2) social media; and (3) gaming and gambli...

School based mental health resource

State Recommendations for Youth and School Mental Health

This report provides policy recommendations and state examples for leaders — governors, agency heads, and lawmakers — to support young people and thei...

School based mental health resource

Sustainable School-Based Mental Health Services

A white paper on the role of financing in the implementation and expansion of school-based mental health services.

School based mental health resource

Alignment for Progress: A Commitment to Stop Stigma

A policy brief on solutions to mitigate the complex and intersecting effects of stigma.

Issue brief

Who is at Risk for Opioid Overdose?

Whether dependent on their pain medicine, or on an illegal drug like heroin, know the conditions that put people at greater risk for accidental opioid...

Video

Responsible use of Opioids

Here are eight easy tips to use opioids safely.

Video

Treatment Options in Opioid Use Disorder

There are many treatment options for use disorder to engage in and is influenced by many factors.

Video