Prevention Resources

Strengthen your prevention efforts by integrating national data, sharing materials from other programs; and using publications and resources from SAMHSA.

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National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH)

The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) offers comprehensive data on substance use and misuse, mental health, and treatment among Americans ages 12 and older. Use the NSDUH report to gain insight into the trends and issues shaping behavioral health in the United States.

Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit

This toolkit provides guidance to a wide range of people on preventing and responding to an overdose.

#MyPreventionStory

We encourage individuals and organizations to create and share a prevention story on social media — whether it’s telling how you’re helping to prevent substance use and misuse, or sharing the ways you’re promoting mental health. Be part of the national conversation by using the hashtag #MyPreventionStory.

Communities Talk to Prevent Alcohol and Other Drug Misuse

Communities Talk empowers youth and communities to hold creative events that put meaningful prevention strategies in place.

"Talk. They Hear You."® Underage Drinking Campaign

“Talk. They Hear You.”® campaign helps parents, teachers, and community members get informed, be prepared, and take action.

FentAlert: Empowering Youth for Safer Choices

In this Challenge, SAMHSA sought the best ideas from youth (age 14–18) on a community strategy to educate their peers about fentanyl and fake pills – and help prevent drug overdose deaths.

SAMHSA Publications

The SAMHSA Library houses free publications, apps, and resources on prevention, treatment, and recovery for substance use and mental health.