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Samhsa Funds Mental Health Expansion
U.s. health agency allocates $247.9m for addiction treatment and recovery services nationwide
In brief
U.s. health agency allocates $247.9m for addiction treatment and recovery services nationwide SAMHSA's $247.9 million grants target opioid treatment, youth mental health, and long-term recovery support Originally reported by Dallas Express.
New Mental Health Funding
SAMHSA awards $247.9 million to expand addiction treatment, mental health services, and recovery support nationwide
Opioid Treatment Expansion
SAMHSA directs $69.4 million for medication-assisted treatment and opioid addiction programs
First Responders Training
First responders receive $34.6 million to train in administering overdose reversal medications
Youth Mental Health Focus
Project AWARE provides $54.9 million for school-based mental health services for children
Child Trauma Support
National Child Traumatic Stress Initiative gets $41.8 million for trauma-focused treatment centers
Mental Health Awareness
Mental health awareness grants receive $22 million for community recognition and service connections
Student Suicide Prevention
Universities get $8.7 million for campus suicide prevention and behavioral health services
At a glance
SAMHSA's $247.9 million grants target opioid treatment, youth mental health, and long-term recovery support
