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Substance Abuse & Metal Health Services Administration

SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357), (also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) or TTY: 1-800-487-4889 is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information. 

Partnership to End Addiction

https://drugfree.org/

So many other parents and families have gone through, and are going through, the same challenges you’re facing now. We’re here to help. Our support is free and confidential. Specialists are ready to listen and help you find answers for yourself and your child.

Get Smart About Drugs

www.Getsmartaboutdrugs.gov

DEA resource for Parents, Educators & Caregivers.  Look up information about types of drugs and other information.

If You Have a Problem with Drugs: For Teens and Young Adults.   

https://nida.nih.gov/

How to safely dispose of unused or expired medicines

NARCAN / NALOXONE SAVES LIVES

How Opioids Work

Opioid use disorder

Mental Health

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) – Provides confidential support for people in distress, including those with substance use disorders.

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/988

Other resources & articles

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