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NORC at the University of Chicago spearheads initiatives aimed at the adoption of SBIRT practices in various professional settings.

Joined September 2016
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Prevention works. Get the tools and resources to help start the conversation with youth about preventing underage drinking and other healthy lifestyle choices at SAMHSA's “Talk. They Hear You.” samhsa.gov/substance-use/pre…
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Delivering substance use prevention via a skilled workforce offers a cost-effective way to avoid the devastating consequences of substance misuse.
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September is #FASD Awareness Month, making it an important time to talk about prevention. A new article highlights three things professionals should know about prenatal alcohol exposure and alcohol SBIRT. shorturl.at/hD5dj
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Self-injurious thoughts and behaviors among young people are more common than many adults realize—and teachers are often positioned to notice when something is wrong. APA’s Mental Health Primers offer guidance on how to respond with care and confidence: at.apa.org/zfh
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Today is #988Day @988Lifeline provides support to anyone in crisis, anytime. :Whatever you are facing, whatever your reason for contacting 988, don’t hesitate – 988 is here to help. Join us to raise awareness of 988 & reimagine crisis response. Learn more: nami.org/988.
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It's #FASDAwarenessMonth! As the largest providers of mental & behavioral health services, social workers are well positioned to implement alcohol screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT), an effective tool in FASD prevention. buff.ly/SNeiUxE
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If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline or chat at 988lifeline.org/
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Save the date! The Joint Meeting on Youth Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery returns to Baltimore Mar 23–25, 2027! The Call for Proposals is live. Proposals are due Oct 6. Learn more: youthrecoveryanswers.org/nat… | #2027JMYPTR #addiction #science #recovery #recoverythroughscience
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Most of these deaths are preventable and pregnancy is an ideal window of opportunity to screen for risky substance/opioid use. SBIRT is a comprehensive, integrated, public health approach to delivering early intervention. To learn more visit: nvopioidresponse.org/initiat…
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📊 DYK: Among the 54.6M adults with any mental illness in 2025, about half (27.8M) received mental health treatment. Prescription medication was the most common type of care. More insights in the 2025 #NSDUH: samhsa.gov/nsduh
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📢 Just released: 2025 National Survey on Drug Use and Health #NSDUH findings on U.S. mental health, substance use, treatment and recovery. 📊 This year’s survey provides 5 years of data to examine trends among key substance use and mental health outcomes. samhsa.gov/newsroom/press-an…
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Knowledge is prevention. Understanding how hallucinogens affect the brain and body can help protect you, your family and your community. Learn more: samhsa.gov/substance-use/lea…
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Illegally manufactured fentanyl drove a sharp rise in adolescent overdose deaths in recent years. However, new findings from the NIH-funded Monitoring the Future survey indicate that many U.S. teenagers do not view the substance as highly dangerous. Read more: linkedin.com/pulse/considera…
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👨 Men can develop most of the same mental disorders and conditions as women but they may experience different symptoms. Some of these symptoms include: • Anger, irritability, or aggressiveness • Noticeable changes in mood, energy level, or appetite • Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much • Increased worry or stress • Misuse of alcohol and or drugs • Persistent sadness or feelings of hopelessness • Aches, headaches, or digestive problems without a clear cause • Thoughts of death or suicide or suicide attempts This Men’s Health Month, learn the signs and symptoms of mental illness in men—and how these issues can be treated. ➡️ bit.ly/3NBSyHv
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At the Baltimore Joint Meeting, #Northwell EM Addiction Services' Linda Demasi and Dr. Shekher-Kapoor joined Drs. O’Grady (UConn) & McPherson (NORC) to discuss implementing adolescent SBIRT across EDs, ambulatory practices, and school-based clinics. #ZuckerSchoolofMedicine
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Four sessions. One goal: better patient care. Explore integrated behavioral health, SBIRT, telehealth & co-occurring conditions. 📅 Starts May 28 🔗 attcnetwork.org/news/ibh-web… #BehavioralHealth #PrimaryCare #IntegratedCare
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Children who begin using substances by adolescence show subtle differences in brain regions involved in decision-making and impulse control - in many cases these differences were present before substance use began. recoveryanswers.org/research… #RecoveryThroughScience
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Providers play a critical role in supporting clients with co-occurring substance use and eating disorders. SAMHSA's new advisory outlines evidence-based strategies for screening, referral, and recovery-friendly treatment environments: library.samhsa.gov/product/a…
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It’s not always easy to spot mental health problems in kids—or to know how to help. SAMHSA has resources to support families, educators and caregivers to identify issues or to find help and treatment ➡️ samhsa.gov/mental-health/chi…
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Spot the signs, save a life. Learn the warning signs of suicide and share this graphic to help others recognize them. If you see these signs in someone, urge them to contact a mental health professional or the 988 Lifeline at 988Lifeline.org #SPM25 #SuicidePrevention
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