Federal Resources - General
The following are opioid-related resources from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Institute for Drug Abuse (NIDA), and other HHS divisions.
Resource |
Description |
| Opioid Overdose Prevention Toolkit (SAMHSA) bit.ly/PCPT-38 |
Visit the "Facts for Community Members" and "Safety Advice for Patient and Family Members" sections of this kit. Download them to share with your community. |
| "Decisions in Recovery: Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder" bit.ly/PCPT-37 |
SAMHSA's handbook for anyone seeking timely help or information about cutting down or cutting out narcotics, prescription pain medications, heroin, and/or other opioid drugs. |
| "Step-by-Step" Guides bit.ly/PCPT-22 |
These NIDA guides walk families through decision points and offer rich lists of resources. |
| Opioid Basics (CDC) bit.ly/PCPT-23 |
Important information regarding the opioid epidemic that's designed for non-health professionals and ideal for community and faith-based organizations. Includes helpful commonly-used terms |
| Q&A on Naloxone bit.ly/PCPT-24 |
NIDA information for community leaders on potentially lifesaving drugs and how they are being administered. |
| "Signs of Substance Abuse and Addiction" EasyRead.DrugAbuse.gov |
NIDA's "Easy-to-Read Drug Facts." Great for faith-based and community leaders to download and share. bit.ly/PCPT-26a |
| "Pathways to Safer Opioid Use" bit.ly/PCPT-40 |
www.Health.gov shows how to engage the medical system more proactively by using this interactive tool. Designed for health professionals. |
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"Safer, More Effective Pain Management" bit.ly/PCPT-28 |
A CDC resource to inform providers' ability to offer safer, more effective pain management, and to support clinical decision-making about prescribing opioids. |
| Substance Abuse Treatment Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP bit.ly/PCPT-29 |
A confidential, free service from SAMHSA - along with referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community based organizations - that is available to individuals and family members facing substance abuse and mental health issues. |
| FindTreatment.gov Services Locator FindTreatment.gov |
An updated and robust resource from SAMHSA, which helps one find a local substance abuse treatment facility. |
| Find a Community Health Center FindAHealthCenter.HRSA.gov |
Community Health Centers are one of the largest systems of primary and preventative care in the nation, which provides care to millions of patients - regardless of ability to pay. |
| "Known the Risks: E-Cigarettes and Young People" e-Cigarettes.SurgeonGeneral.gov |
The Office of the U.S. Surgeon General and the CDC shares facts on e-cigarette use among youth and young adults through videos, tip sheets, and other resources including the Surgeon General's Advisory on E-Cigarette Use Among Youth. |
| "Teen Talk" Teens.DrugAbuse.gov |
Learn about teen drug use and the brain. This NIDA website features videos, games, blog posts and much more! |
| "Easy-to-Read Drug Facts" EasyRead.DrugAbuse.gov |
Videos, such as "Anyone Can Become Addicted to Drugs" and "Why are Drugs so Hard to Quit?" provide critical information in an easy-to-understand format. |
| "What to Do If Your Teen or Young Adult Has a Problem with Drugs" GO.USA.gov/xpTvf |
NIDA answers timely questions about teens and substance misuse. Helpful content to share with families and individuals in your community. |
| "Family Checkup: Positive Parenting Prevents Drug Abuse" DrugAbuse.Gov/Family-Checkup |
NIDA's five questions highlight key parenting skills that are important in preventing the initiation and progression of drug use among youth. |
| Health Library of Federal Adolescent Health Resources on Substance Abuse bit.ly/PCPT-32 |
Office of Adolescent Health's comprehensive library of federal resources on adolescent substance abuse, including the abuse of prescription drugs. |
| Partnership DrugFree.org |
Resources for parents or other caregivers looking for information and strategies to prevent or stop illicit drug use by adolescents. |
| GetSmartAboutDrugs.com JustThinkTwice.com |
Online DEA resources for parents and teens |
| "Growing up Drug Free: A Parent's Guide to Prevention" bit.ly/PCPT-33 |
A joint effort between the U.S. Departments of Justice and Education, which provides information and research. Parents will understand why kids use drugs and how parents can be involved in helping them stay drug-free. |
| "Above the Influence" AboveTheInfluence.com |
The adolescent-geared website from the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP). |
| "Talk: They Will Hear You" GO.USA.gov/xpTwb |
Prepare for one of the most important conversations you may ever have with your kids about underage drinking using SAMHSA's helpful app. |
| National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day SAMHSA.gov/Children |
This yearly awareness campaign focuses on the importance of emphasizing positive mental health, as part of a child's overall development. |