October
September 2024: Monthly Roundup
Welcome to our September 2024 roundup! Here’s what you need to know:
Cannabis and Hallucinogen Use Remains High in 2023
Recent findings from the National Institutes of Health reveal that cannabis and hallucinogen use among adults remained at historic highs in 2023. Additionally, vaping among younger adults and binge drinking among mid-life adults continued at elevated levels. For more details, visit NIH News
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Bureau of Justice Statistics Releases 2023 School Crime and Safety Report
The Bureau of Justice Statistics and the National Center for Education Statistics have published the 2023 Report on Indicators of School Crime and Safety. Key findings include a decrease in nonfatal criminal victimization rates among students ages 12 to 18 from 2012 to 2022, reduced reports of bullying, and a decline in physical fights on school property. To review the full report, visit BJS School Crime and Safety Report.
Youth E-Cigarette Use Drops to Lowest Level in a Decade
In a positive trend for public health, youth e-cigarette use has hit its lowest level in 10 years. According to the FDA, the use of nicotine pouches among young people also remains low, marking significant progress in combating nicotine addiction in youth.
Learn more about this decline here.
August 2024: Monthly Roundup
Welcome to our August 2024 monthly roundup archive
Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force Announces Recommendations and Best Practices for Safe Internet Use
Today, the Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force, co-led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s (DOC) National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), released a new report titled "Online Health and Safety for Children and Youth: Best Practices for Families and Guidance for Industry."
For more details, access the full report here.
​Key Substance Use and Mental Health Indicators in the United States:
The 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) provides crucial data on substance use and mental health trends across the United States. This survey, conducted annually by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), offers insights into the prevalence of substance use, mental health conditions, and access to treatment services.
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Archive - Summer 2024
the most significant articles, updates, and trends in substance use, prevention, and mental health
Data Brief: Opioid-Related Overdose Deaths Among Massachusetts Residents. A comprehensive look at opioid-related overdose deaths in Massachusetts for June 2024.
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​Key Substance Use and Mental Health Indicators in the United States
The 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health offers essential data on trends in substance use and mental health conditions across the country.
Read the SAMHSA report
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First-Time Substance Use Peaks in Summer
Summer months, particularly June and July, see a significant increase in first-time substance use.
Read more: Substance Use Initiation Report
Why We Need to Talk About Men’s Mental Health
Mental health is often under-discussed for men. This article explores why it's critical to break the silence.
Read more on Men's Mental Health
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Spring 2024
Summary of key trends and findings for Spring 2024 in substance use and mental health.
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​National Strategy for Suicide Prevention Released
Seasonal Affective Disorder: Common Questions and Answers
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National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) March 18-24
Winter 2024
Summary of key trends and findings for Winter 2024.
Overview of seasonal impacts on substance use and mental health
Year in Review: 2023
Overview of key trends and findings for the entire year of 2023.