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The objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of methamphetamine use and its correlates among people who use drugs in rural US communities participating in the national Rural Opioid Initiative (ROI). We hypothesized that co-use of methamphetamine and opioids would be associated with increased nonfatal overdose. In this cross-sectional, multistate study of rural […]

The Mental Health Awareness Training (MHAT) advisory will promote implementation of MHATs by targeting the workplace more broadly, from traditional settings to places in the community people go all the time. More Information

This Issue: CONNECTIONS: HONORING CULTURE AND EMBRACING CHANGE This issue will bring awareness to the National Recovery Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and National Suicide Prevention Week. Our Executive Director, Mr. Fred Sandoval shared more details about the work NLBHA is doing in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. We are also providing more […]

This advisory discusses the role of peer support workers and models of peer support services that are available to assist individuals who are experiencing a crisis. Peer support services are a vital component of crisis care. More Information

A SAMHSA Advisory: Expanding Implementation of Mental Health Awareness Trainings in the Workplace promotes the implementation of MHATs by targeting the workplace more broadly, from traditional settings to places in the community people go all the time. Released: August 2022.  

  Check out CDC's new feature article Improving Tobacco-Related Health Disparities.   "For decades, tobacco companies have used promotions, targeted marketing, and other tactics to unfairly increase access to and appeal of tobacco products for certain population groups. Discrimination, poverty, and other social conditions have also been linked to tobacco product use and can make […]

This advisory discusses the role of peer support workers and models of peer support services that are available to assist individuals who are experiencing a crisis. Peer support services are a vital component of crisis care. Link to Article    

The White House released the National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS) Federal Implementation Plan the week of August 22, 2022. More federal departments and agencies participated in the national HIV response than in the past, which demonstrates federal agencies’ commitments to meet the Strategy’s goals. The plan introduces five new NHAS indicators of progress focused on quality […]

The National American Indian and Alaska Native Addiction Technology Transfer Center (AI/AN ATTC) is partnering with University of Minnesota Extension, the Indian Health Board, and the Native Center for Behavioral Health to provide a panel discussion titled "Harm Reduction and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Indigenous Communities: How can we heal each other with love?" […]

International Overdose Awareness Day is the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind.   The campaign raises awareness of overdose, which is one of the world’s worst public health crises, and stimulates action and discussion about evidence-based […]

Save the date for the 54th Annual New England School of Addiction and Prevention Studies! This year's New England School of Addiction and Prevention Studies will take place from June 5th - June 8th at Worcester State University, Worcester MA, with hybrid and virtual options available!   The New England School of Addiction and Prevention […]

WE ARE HONORED TO ANNOUNCE THE FOURTH COHORT OF THE NATIONAL HISPANIC AND LATINO EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP AND FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM. THIS TRAINING AIMS TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP CAPACITY BUILDING FOR EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TRAINING AS WELL AS COACHING TO UP TO 20 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS, IN ORDER TO MAXIMIZE THEIR LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND INTEGRATED HEALTH. The […]

Please join us in congratulating Raquel Guzman Vega as the new Co-Director for the National Hispanic and Latino ATTC. Raquel has a Master of Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University with a concentration on Bilingual/Bicultural practice. She is fluent in English and Spanish and has a solid comprehension of cultural diversity, sensitivity, and humility […]

Utah:   Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness Utah Recovery Day Celebrations Utah’s recovery community will join in celebrating National Recovery Month by highlighting four dimensions that support a life in recovery from substance use disorders: health, home, community, and purpose. The 19th annual Salt Lake Recovery Day celebration held on September 10, 2022, supports […]

September is National Recovery Month which celebrates those in Recovery from substance use disorders and recognizes the dedicated workers who provide prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for those in need. In addition, Recovery Month also provides an opportunity to spread awareness and education to the community. Throughout the month of September, the Idaho Department of Health […]

Sample Policies for the Delivery of SUD-related Services  via Audio-Only Telehealth    The Pacific Southwest and Mountain Plains Addiction Technology Transfer Centers created a new product to assist behavioral health providers and peer support specialists that provide services to People with Substance Use Disorders (PWSUDs) using the telephone (mobile, landline, or internet phones). This document […]

The New England ATTC, in partnership with Ad Care Educational Institute of New England and the New England PTTC, is hosting the 8th cohort of its popular intensive technical assistance initiative: the Leadership Development Program (LDP). For this cohort, the New England ATTC is planning to utilize a hybrid model, conducting this program with both […]

For 30 years, the New England ATTC has served as a proud regional workforce development partner for The Annual New England School of Best Practices in Addiction Services, commonly called Best Practices. This year's activities will take place from August 29th - September 2nd, 2022. This popular five-day late summer event gives addiction and behavioral […]

CDC's new alcohol screening tool allows adults to anonymously check their drinking & create a personalized change plan. States and communities can use proven strategies to create social & physical environments that reduce excessive alcohol use & its impact. Excessive alcohol use was responsible for more than 140,000 deaths in the United States each year […]

CDC Vitalsigns Differences Grew by Race, Ethnicity, and Other Factors According to a new report from the CDC, drug overdose data show troubling trends and widening disparities between different population groups. In a year's time, overdose death rates increased 44% for Black people and 39% for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) people, most of which had no evidence […]

In a recently released report, the White House office laid out steps for broadening telehealth access for individuals struggling with addiction. The plan calls for the federal government to weigh legislation or other steps to knock down barriers between state licensing systems for medical professionals that ONDCP says stand in the way of enacting nationwide […]

Substance Use Disorder Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Video Demonstration Series   This six-part Substance Use Disorder Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Video Demonstration Series was developed in 2022 by the Pacific Southwest ATTC (SAMHSA Grant No. TI080211), in partnership with the UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs Training Department. We thank the Northwest ATTC for conceptual contributions to the […]

(Originally posted at Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) Network page: https://attcnetwork.org/centers/attc-network-coordinating-office/reflecting-identity-minority-mental-health-month)  By Alfredo Aguirre, consultant, retired Behavioral Health Director for San Diego County As a behavioral health professional with over 40 years of experience, it is my strong feeling that identity is the foundation of developing positive “Minority Mental Health.” I say this as the middle son […]

Gaudenzia Open Delaware’s Only Inpatient Treatment Facility for Pregnant & Parenting Women Pregnant & Parenting Women Addiction Treatment On July 1, 2022, Delaware opened its first residential substance use disorder (SUD) treatment center for moms or moms-to-be in Claymont. Gaudenzia, one of the nation's largest non-profit SUD treatment centers serving approximately 15,000 people each year, recognized […]