Explore the new SAMHSA.gov
SAMHSA.gov is being redesigned, reorganized and rewritten so that it is easier to find and understand information. The new "About Us" is now live and ready for you to explore.
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month
For many, getting help starts with a conversation. Read the President's proclamation and learn how you can get involved!
National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day is May 7th
Watch the premiere of the Awareness Day virtual event on May 7th at 3pm EDT, and join the conversation on Twitter using #HeroesofHope.
National Prevention Week 2013
An annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse and mental health issues. This year's theme is, "Your voice. Your choice.
Make a difference."
“Critical Dialogue with Native Youth about Underage Drinking - Our Culture is Prevention” is the title of the SAMHSA Native American underage drinking video, which was produced in an ongoing collaboration with states and territories to produce videos that support local underage drinking prevention communication efforts. Using ‘Culture is Prevention’ as its theme, as well as youth and adult testimonials, the video addresses the consequences of underage drinking, the reasons Native youth choose not to drink, and the way Native cultures and traditions help promote resilience and prevent substance use.
A first look at results from the 2011 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH)
Smoking among U.S. adults with mental illness 70 percent higher than for adults with no mental illness
