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September/October 2010, Volume 18, Number 5 
HEALTH REFORM: What You Need To Know

HEALTH REFORM: What You Need To Know

The Affordable Care Act marks a change from “sick care” to true health care for our Nation. The emphasis is on prevention, wellness, and plans for health insurance coverage for millions of Americans who are currently uninsured. Read more . . .

More on Health Reform & the Affordable Care Act


At the 6-Month Mark

September 23 marked the 6-month point for the Affordable Care Act. Some important changes took effect on that day. Read more . . .

HealthCare.gov’s New Resources

The Affordable Care Act recently launched its website, HealthCare.gov, which posts information on what’s available to help you and your family.

What Are Health Homes?

For individuals with chronic conditions, a “health home” provides a central point for the various physicians involved in treatment, including behavioral health.

Timeline

What takes effect when? Check the timeline for details of what’s happening from 2010 to 2014.
  Suicide Prevention  

National Action Alliance Convenes

National Action Alliance Convenes

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, SAMHSA Administrator Pamela Hyde, and Defense Secretary Robert Gates, helped launch a public-private collaboration to address the suicide crisis.
Breaking the Silence

Breaking the Silence

How many college students are lost to suicide each year? A display of more than 1,000 backpacks on the lawn at SAMHSA headquarters offers a visual testimony.

Take 5 To Save Lives

Take 5 minutes to learn how to recognize the signs of distress in a friend or loved one.

Suicide Prevention Resources

Find links to public and private efforts to help people in distress, including previous articles in SAMHSA News on campus suicide prevention.
  Military Families  
National Guard Trains Providers

National Guard Trains Providers

Behavioral health treatment providers had a chance to experience boot camp at Tennessee’s National Guard training center.

November Is Military Family Month

November Is Military Family Month

In addition to Veterans Day observances in November, President Obama recently proclaimed November 2010 as Military Family Month. Read more . . .

Real Warriors Get Help

Real Warriors Get Help

For service members returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, behavioral health services are needed now more than ever. SAMHSA’s Strategic Initiative on Military Families offers information. Read more . . .

  Communications Update  
In Atlanta: Focus on Behavioral Health

In Atlanta: Focus on Behavioral Health

The National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing, and Media provided an energetic venue to discuss behavioral health in the context of new technologies.

Scholarship Recipients Offer Feedback

The 21 recipients of scholarships to the communications conference offer thank yous and talk about lessons learned. Read more . . .

Special Session on Behavioral Health

Special Session on Behavioral Health

SAMHSA officials discussed how the key message “Behavioral Health is Essential to Health” can make its way to primary care physicians and their patients.

  Also in this Issue  
Voice Awards Honor Former First Lady, Consumer Leaders

Voice Awards Honor Former First Lady, Consumer Leaders

Rosalynn Carter was honored with consumers, films, and TV productions for increasing awareness of behavioral health issues. See photo gallery.

New Quick Guide on TIP 42

New Quick Guide on TIP 42

Get at-a-glance information on substance abuse treatment among people with co-occurring disorders.


Find Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment - SAMHSA's 24-Hour Toll-Free Referral Helpline - 1-800-662-HELP - www.samhsa.gov/treatment


SAMHSA Administrator Pamela S. Hyde, J.D., talks about the Agency’s lead role in shaping behavioral health policies regarding health care reform.

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  From the Administrator  
Leading Change

Leading Change

SAMHSA is taking a lead role in shaping national health care reform policies. Read more.

  Oil Spill Update  
New Helpline Connects Gulf Coast Residents to Local Help

New Helpline Connects Gulf Coast Residents to Local Help

Toll-free helpline provides information and support for those affected by the oil spill. Call 1-800-985-5990.

  Older Adults  
In the ER: Older Adults & Illicit Drug Use

In the ER: Older Adults & Illicit Drug Use

How many emergency room visits involved illicit drug use by adults age 50 or older in 2008?

  HIV/AIDS  
Hip-Hop Culture Builds Awareness

Hip-Hop Culture Builds Awareness

“Reaching youth where they are” is hip-hop’s way to help build awareness about HIV.

Two Recent Conferences

Two Recent Conferences

SAMHSA’s Minority Education Institution (MEI) presented workshops at the U.S. Conference on AIDS.

  Statistics & Data  
Drug Use Rises among All Ages

Drug Use Rises among All Ages

New data from SAMHSA’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health show drug use increased in 2009, especially marijuana use.

  Recovery Month 2010  
From “Active Addiction” to Recovery

From “Active Addiction” to Recovery

At the Recovery Month launch, two people told their stories of recovery. Read more personal stories at RecoveryMonth.gov.

  Teens & Young Adults  
What a Difference a Friend Makes: Contest Winners

What a Difference a Friend Makes: Contest Winners

Entries demonstrated the importance of support and acceptance in recovery from a mental health problem.

Violent Behaviors & Teens: Academics & Family Income Key Factors

Violent Behaviors & Teens: Academics & Family Income Key Factors

Nearly 7.8 million adolescents participated in violent behaviors over the past year.

  Visit the SAMHSA Store  

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