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Fall 2011, Volume 19, Number 3

What Military Patients Want Civilian Providers to Know

What Military Patients Want Civilian Providers to Know

"My memories are full of jargon," Senior Master Sergeant Leonard Macari says. "If I finally open up to a counselor, I don't want to have to stop and explain acronyms like MRE or terms like 'I did a 5 and 25.' I want my therapist to know what I'm talking about. Otherwise, there's a disconnect that's hard to get past," the Rhode Island National Guardsman explains. Read more.


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Block Grants Respond to State Needs

Block Grants Respond to State Needs

By 2014, 32 million more people will be eligible for health coverage through the Affordable Care Act, spelling big changes for the behavioral health field.
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>National Survey Shows Rise in Illicit Drug Use

National Survey Shows Rise in Illicit Drug Use

The use of illicit drugs among Americans increased between 2008 and 2010 according to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH).
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Thousands Celebrate During National Recovery Month

Thousands Celebrate During National Recovery Month

During September's National Recovery Month, celebrations came in all sizes, shapes, and styles. Some types of events were rallies, rambles, jamborees, and paloozas; others were walks, runs, rides, concerts, and expos.
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From the Administrator
A Call to Civilian Health Care Providers

A Call to Civilian Health Care Providers

In the 10 years since September 11, more than 2 million United States troops have been deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan.
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SAMHSA In Brief
SAMHSA Prevention Day: February 6, 2012

SAMHSA Prevention Day: February 6, 2012

Save the date and register today for SAMHSA's 2012 Prevention Day!
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National Suicide Prevention Line

National Suicide Prevention Line

SAMHSA-sponsored Lifeline provided help and hope to its 3 millionth caller.
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2011 Voice Awards

2011 Voice Awards

Find out who won this year's annual Voice Awards!
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Million Hearts Campaign

Million Hearts Campaign

Learn what SAMHSA is doing to prevent heart disease and strokes.
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