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09/11/2026

Every September, SAMHSA and other organizations observe Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. In recent years, SAMHSA has produced a toolkit that is widely used and shared by state behavioral health authorities and others looking to promote this observance

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09/11/2026

This NRI State Profiles report identifies major workforce shortages in behavioral health crisis settings: 988/Lifeline and other Contact Centers, Mobile Crisis Services, Crisis Stabilization Services, and short-term Crisis Residential settings.

NRI offers the highest quality, unbiased relevant data & research for stakeholders of behavioral health services that can improve mental health & wellness.

09/11/2026

The 2026 National Dialogues on Behavioral Health Conference, “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence: Innovation, Integrity, Impact,” will explore how AI is transforming behavioral health and how policymakers, providers, advocates, and consumers can harness its potential while addressing ethical, workforce, and implementation challenges.

REGISTER NOW! Announcing the 67th Annual National Dialogues on Behavioral Health Harnessing Artificial Intelligence: Innovation, Integrity, Impact November 8-11, 2026 New Orleans, Louisiana

09/04/2026

For adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who also have children with ADHD, pairing a stimulant medication with a parenting intervention can lead to significant reductions in their child’s ADHD severity

For adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who also have children with ADHD, pairing a stimulant medication with a parenting intervention can lead to significant reductions in their child’s ADHD severity

09/04/2026

A recent study found that a mental-health video game designed for teenagers led to a small but lasting reduction in depression symptoms over 12 months, compared with regular games.

This secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial assesses whether a codesigned digital behavioral health game is associated with reduced depressive and anxiety symptoms and improved beliefs about psychological services, help-seeking intentions, and emotion regulation compared with an active...

09/03/2026

Columbia University’s Justice-Involved Behavioral Health Workgroup held a symposium about emergency psychiatric evaluations of people under arrest, using a participatory policymaking approach https://psychiatryonline.org/doi/10.1176/appi.ps.20250705

09/03/2026

This toolkit presents a new “Treatment First” model for homelessness and addiction, prioritizing evidence-based treatment that promotes sustained recovery, accountability, self-sufficiency, social connectedness, and family and community reintegrationhttps://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Best-Practices-Toolkit_FINAL.pdf

09/02/2026

The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability (EARN)’s Workplace Mental Health Toolkit provides employers with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to create a supportive work atmosphere for those living with mental health conditions.

Find resources to support the mental health and well-being of all workers.

09/02/2026

This policy paper presents current evidence on AI and mental health services, and examines what is known or proposed in a rapidly evolving AI enterprise. https://library.samhsa.gov/product/artificial-intelligence-mental-health-services/pep26-01-003

09/01/2026

This paper outlines the evolving landscape of integrated care in the United States, including established frameworks that emphasize interdisciplinary teams, clear communication systems, and care coordination across providers. https://library.samhsa.gov/product/integrating-physical-behavioral-health-co-occurring-disorders/pep26-01-005