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	FY2012 Drug Free Communities Support Program—Request for Applications Released ONDCP, in partnership with SAMHSA, announces that the application for Drug Free Communities is available. Due date is March 22, 2012. Full information is available using the link below. http://www.whitehouse.gov/ondcp/information-for-potential-applicants
	SAMHSA’s CAPT Opens New Office in Chicago The new office will house SAMHSA's Collaborative for the Application of Prevention Technologies (CAPT) Central Resource Team. Additional information is available using the link below. http://captus.samhsa.gov/news-and-events/capt-opens-new-office-chicago
	SAMHSA Announces New Resource for Healthcare Professionals Many people with physical and sensory disabilities have substance use disorders (SUDs) and may face barriers to SUD treatment. SAMHSA’s “Substance Use Disorders in People with Physical and Sensory Disabilities,” In Brief, Volume 6, Issue 1 is intended to help vocational rehabilitation professionals, physical therapists, and others who work with people with physical and sensory disabilities better understand SUDs and assist their clients in finding accessible treatment services. This In Brief includes risk factors and warning signs, screening, types of substance abuse services, and strategies for helping clients. The In Brief is a bulletin that provides nontreatment providers, including professionals from the primary care, criminal justice, and social work fields, with information on prevention and treatment of behavioral health issues. Download or order your free copy today! The In Brief is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: “Substance Use Disorders in People with Physical and Sensory Disabilities,” In Brief, Volume 6, Issue 1 (596 KB/8 pp.) To order your free copy of “Substance Use Disorders in People with Physical and Sensory Disabilities,” In Brief, Volume 6, Issue 1, contact SAMHSA at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 11-4648.
Bringing Recovery Supports to Scale	SAMHSA’s Bringing Recovery Supports to Scale Technical Assistance Center Strategy (BRSS TACS) is accepting applications for Bringing Recovery Supports to Scale (BRSS) Policy Academy Awards. BRSS TACS is operated by contract with The Center for Social Innovation.  The BRSS Policy Academy is scheduled for April 25-27, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency, Reston, Virginia. Below are two .pdf files and a .doc file containing the following: Bringing Recovery Supports to Scale Technical Assistance Center Strategy (BRSSTACS) Fact Sheet (.pdf) BRSSTACS Policy Academy Invitation Letter to the States (.pdf) Bringing Recovery Supports to Scale (BRSS) Request for Applications [RFA] (.doc) Letters of intent to submit an application are due not later than February 5.  The letter may be submitted via e-mail to Ms. Rebecca Stouff rstouff@center4si.com at the Center for Social Innovation or mailed to Ms. Stouff at 200 Reservoir Street, Suite 202, Needham, Massachusetts 02494.  Completed applications must be received not later than February 15.
Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention for Youth	The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, in collaboration with the American Academy of Pediatrics, developed “Alcohol Screening and Brief Intervention for Youth: A Practitioner's Guide" (http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/YouthGuide).  The Practitioner’s Guide and Pocket Guide can be downloaded from the Website http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/Publications/EducationTrainingMaterials/YouthGuide.
	SAMHSA Announces New Fotonovela for People in Substance Abuse Treatment (Haga clic aquí para ver el anuncio en español) El alcohol y la depresión: El camino de Jorge hacia una vida mejor is based on TIP 42: Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders. In a manner that is culturally relevant and dispels some of the myths around behavioral health disorders, particularly depression, this Spanish-language fotonovela tells the story of a family affected by someone with a co-occurring disorder. Download or order your free copy today! The fotonovela is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov (2.7 MB/16 pp.) To order your free copy of El alcohol y la depresión: El camino de Jorge hacia una vida mejor, contact SAMHSA at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4574.
	Foundations of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Now Available from the Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network The 1.5 hour self‐paced, online course is designed to introduce key terms, topics, and resources essential to SBIRT. SBIRT is a comprehensive, integrated, public health approach to the delivery of early intervention and treatment for persons with substance use disorders, as well as those who are risk of developing these disorders. The course provides an introduction to SBIRT, including the rationale for and efficacy of implementation in various settings. The 4‐part course can help to inform interested professionals about the importance of incorporating SBIRT activities into substance use disorder prevention and treatment systems. The four learning modules include: Module 1: What is SBIRT? Module 2: Rationale for Adopting and Implementing SBIRT Module 3: Barriers and Support for Implementation Module 4: Where Do We Go From Here? Enroll at http://www.attcelearn.org/
	Two New Advisory Publications: “Tobacco Use Cessation During Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling” and “Tobacco Use Cessation Policies in Substance Abuse Treatment: Administrative Issues” SAMHSA’s “Tobacco Use Cessation During Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 2, offers substance abuse treatment counselors a brief introduction to tobacco use cessation techniques that can be used during substance abuse treatment. The Advisory also provides resources for additional information on the topic. “Tobacco Use Cessation Policies in Substance Abuse Treatment: Administrative Issues,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 3, provides program administrators with a brief introduction to implementing tobacco-free policies and practices in treatment settings. The Advisory is a bulletin that provides behavioral health providers and others with information on emerging issues and hot topics that have immediate consequences for those in the behavioral health field. Download or order your free copy today! The Advisories are available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the links below: “Tobacco Use Cessation During Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 2 (670 KB/8 pp.) “Tobacco Use Cessation Policies in Substance Abuse Treatment: Administrative Issues,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 3 (680 KB/4 pp.) To order your free copy of “Tobacco Use Cessation During Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 2, and “Tobacco Use Cessation Policies in Substance Abuse Treatment: Administrative Issues,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 3, contact SAMHSA at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 11-4636Clin for “Tobacco Use Cessation During Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling” and (SMA) 11-4636Admin for “Tobacco Use Cessation Policies in Substance Abuse Treatment: Administrative Issues.”
	New Advisory: “Clients With Substance Use and Eating Disorders” Eating disorders (EDs), which cause serious health problems and can be fatal, frequently co-occur with substance use disorders (SUDs). Few programs provide integrated treatment for both EDs and SUDs, and no research exists on the best ways to do so. SAMHSA’s “Clients With Substance Use and Eating Disorders,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 1, provides information about the various types of EDs and guidance on how to screen clients in SUD treatment for EDs, refer them to ED treatment as appropriate, and support their recovery. The Advisory is a bulletin that provides substance abuse and behavioral health treatment providers and others with information on emerging issues and hot topics that have immediate consequences for those in the behavioral health field. Download or order your free copy today! The Advisory is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the links below: “Clients With Substance Use and Eating Disorders,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 1 (1.1 MB/12 pp.) To order your free copy of “Clients With Substance Use and Eating Disorders,” Advisory, Volume 10, Issue 1, contact SAMHSA at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4617.
	New Spanish-Language Resources for People Entering Medication Assisted Treatment SAMHSA’s new Spanish-language booklets will benefit individuals (and their families and friends) who are entering medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid addiction. The Facts About Buprenorphine for Treatment of Opioid Addiction provides basic information about the use of buprenorphine in MAT for opioid addiction. It describes how buprenorphine works, as well as its use and common side effects. It also explains how buprenorphine fits into the overall recovery process. The Facts About Naltrexone for Treatment of Opioid Addiction provides basic information about the use of naltrexone in MAT for opioid addiction. It describes how naltrexone works, as well as its proper use and common side effects. It also explains how naltrexone fits into the overall recovery process. Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction: Facts for Families and Friends provides basic information about MAT for opioid addiction. It describes medication options, as well as the proper use and common side effects. It also explains how medication fits into the overall recovery process. The booklets are available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the links below: The Facts About Buprenorphine for Treatment of Opioid Addiction (1.4 MB/20 pp.) PDF The Facts About Naltrexone for Treatment of Opioid Addiction (1.4 MB/20 pp.) PDF Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction: Facts for Families and Friends (1.4 MB/24 pp.) PDF
	New Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory: “Treating Clients with Traumatic Brain Injury” SAMHSA’s “Treating Clients with Traumatic Brain Injury,” Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, Volume 9, Issue 2, will help substance abuse treatment and behavioral health professionals whose clients are affected by a traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI frequently co-occurs with a behavioral health disorder. It can cause a wide range of cognitive and behavioral effects that interfere with a client’s ability to adhere to substance abuse treatment. Risk of psychiatric disorders, such as depression and generalized anxiety disorder, is elevated following TBI. Individuals diagnosed with psychiatric disorders conversely have a higher risk for TBI. This Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory provides guidance to substance abuse treatment and behavioral health professionals on working with their clients affected by TBI to promote their successful recovery from both conditions. The Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory is a bulletin that provides substance abuse and behavioral health treatment providers and others with information on emerging issues and hot topics that have immediate consequences for those in the behavioral health field. Download or order your free copy today! The Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: “Treating Clients with Traumatic Brain Injury,” Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, Volume 9, Issue 2 (504 KB/8 pp.) To order your free copy of “Treating Clients with Traumatic Brain Injury,” Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, Volume 9, Issue 2, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4591.
New Suicide Prevention Training Video for Substance Abuse Treatment Providers (From SAMHSA)	Suicide is the leading cause of death among people who abuse alcohol and drugs, making suicide risk a problem that every frontline substance abuse counselor must be able to address. In collaboration with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA), the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has developed a training video as a companion piece for SAMHSA’s TIP 50: Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Abuse Treatment. To view the DVD click on the following link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1n2QZlheuzc A moderator and three panel members discuss ways to manage and address suicidal thoughts and behaviors among individuals with substance abuse issues. Actors portray case scenarios that the panelists discuss. Although the video is designed for VA settings, the content is applicable to all settings. This 75-minute video depicts and explains appropriate counseling methods, administrative support, and clinical supervision for substance abuse providers treating clients with suicidal thoughts and behaviors. Special attention is given to risk factors, warning signs, and follow-up care. The counseling sessions portrayed in the video employ the specific counseling techniques and the four-step process recommended by TIP 50. SAMHSA recommends that the video be used in conjunction with TIP 50. You can request a copy of the TIP through http://store.samhsa.gov/product/SMA09-4381. The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) website, http://www.sprc.org/, supported by SAMHSA, features resources, news, and research articles related to preventing suicide and treating persons with suicidal behaviors. A September 2010 Webinar on TIP 50 can be accessed at: http://www.sprc.org/traininginstitute/disc_series/disc_22.asp.
	New Brochure for People Thinking About Behavioral Health Treatment Should You Talk to Someone About a Drug, Alcohol, or Mental Health Problem? is based on TIP 42: Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders. Determining whether you have a substance use problem or a mental health issue is the first step to seeking and receiving treatment. This brochure lists 12 questions people can ask themselves to help identify the existence of a behavioral health problem and provides guidance on what to do next and where to find additional information. Download or order your free copy today! The brochure is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: Should You Talk to Someone About a Drug, Alcohol, or Mental Health Problem? (130 KB/4 pp.) To order your free copy of Should You Talk to Someone About a Drug, Alcohol, or Mental Health Problem?, contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4585.
	SAMHSA Announces A New Resource Guide for Providers Who Work With Hispanic/Latino Older Adults Reference and Resource Guide for Working With Hispanic/Latino Older Adults—Based on TIP 26: Substance Abuse Among Older Adults is for anyone who provides treatment for Hispanic/Latino older adults with alcohol and/or prescription drug use disorders. The online-only resource guide will help treatment providers incorporate appropriate cultural elements into their treatment strategies for Hispanic/Latino older adults. It describes the research and practices of leading treatment experts who work with Hispanic/Latino adults ages 50 and older. The guide provides information about: The general Hispanic/Latino population in the United States Attitudes about alcohol and prescription drug use among Hispanic/Latino older adults Hispanic/Latino culture Treating Hispanic/Latino older adults Available resources Download your free copy today! The guide is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: Reference and Resource Guide for Working With Hispanic/Latino Older Adults (474 KB/86 pp.)
From NIDA Marijuana Update	NIDA has provided this update on Marijuana. Questions by participants at a preconference workshop at the recent SSDP Conference can be answered via this link. There is also a downloadable PDF version at the following location: NIDA Topics in Brief: Marijuana
	New Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory: “Protracted Withdrawal” SAMHSA’s “Protracted Withdrawal,” Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, Volume 9, Issue 1, will help substance abuse treatment professionals manage their clients’ protracted withdrawal in recovery. This Advisory differentiates acute withdrawal from protracted withdrawal and provides an overview of protracted withdrawal signs and symptoms. It also provides guidance on differentiating between protracted withdrawal (which resolves over time) and a co-occurring mental disorder. The Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory is a bulletin that provides substance abuse treatment providers and others with information on emerging issues and hot topics that have immediate consequences for those in the substance abuse treatment field. Download or order your free copy today! The Advisory is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: “Protracted Withdrawal,” Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, Volume 9, Issue 1 (612KB/8 pp.) To order your free copy of “Protracted Withdrawal,” Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, Volume 9, Issue 1, contact SAMHSA at http://store.samhsa.gov or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4554.
	New Quick Guide for Mental Health Professionals SAMHSA’s Quick Guide for Mental Health Professionals Based on TIP 42: Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders concisely presents information about co-occurring substance use and mental disorders to mental health professionals. This Quick Guide summarizes the information in Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) 42 in an accessible and easy-to-use format. It includes guiding principles on assessment, treatment strategies and models, and substance abuse screening instruments. Download or order your free copy today! The Quick Guide is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: Quick Guide for Mental Health Professionals Based on TIP 42: Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders (3.6MB/67 pp.) To order your free Quick Guide for Mental Health Professionals Based on TIP 42: Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders, contact SAMHSA’s Health Information Network (SHIN) at http://www.samhsa.gov/shin or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4531.
	New Resource for People in Detoxification Detoxification from alcohol and drugs is only one step in the recovery process. The Next Step Toward a Better Life is a booklet for people who are undergoing detoxification or about to leave detoxification services. It provides information on what to expect following detoxification and encourages the reader to enter substance abuse treatment after detoxification. The booklet is presented in two parts: Part 1 focuses on the first 30 days following detoxification and helps the reader develop strategies for avoiding the use of drugs and alcohol. Part 2 is about longer term recovery and guides the reader in setting goals, making better decisions, managing time and relationships, and recognizing and preventing relapse. Download or order your free copy today! The booklet is available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the links below: The Next Step Toward a Better Life (2.6MB/40 pp.) To order your free copy of The Next Step Toward a Better Life, contact SAMHSA’s Health Information Network (SHIN) at http://www.samhsa.gov/shin or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4474.
	New Collateral Products for TIP 49: Incorporating Alcohol Pharmacotherapies Into Medical Practice SAMHSA’s Quick Guides, one for counselors and one for physicians, and KAP Keys based on Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) 49: Incorporating Alcohol Pharmacotherapies Into Medical Practice summarize the information in the TIP. These quick reference tools provide guidance for the use of acamprosate, disulfiram, oral naltrexone, and extended-release injectable naltrexone in the treatment of alcohol use disorders. Download or order your free copy today! The Quick Guides and KAP Keys are available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the links below: Quick Guide for Counselors Based on TIP 49: Incorporating Alcohol Pharmacotherapies Into Medical Practice (3.7MB/ 32 pp.) Quick Guide for Physicians Based on TIP 49: Incorporating Alcohol Pharmacotherapies Into Medical Practice (4.5MB/52 pp.) KAP Keys for Clinicians Based on TIP 49: Incorporating Alcohol Pharmacotherapies Into Medical Practice (3MB/14 pp.) To order your free Quick Guide for Counselors, Quick Guide for Physicians, or KAP Keys for Clinicians based on TIP 49, contact SAMHSA’s Health Information Network (SHIN) at http://www.samhsa.gov/shin or 1-877-SAMHSA-7 (1-877-726-4727) (English and Español). Ask for publication order number (SMA) 10-4542 for Quick Guide for Counselors, (SMA) 10-4543 for Quick Guide for Physicians, and (SMA) 10-4544 for KAP Keys for Clinicians.
	New Online Continuing Education Courses for Substance Abuse Treatment Professionals SAMHSA has new online courses for substance abuse treatment professionals. These courses provide an opportunity for professional growth as well as one continuing education unit per module for maintaining certification or licensure. Prescription Medication (Part 1): Misuse, Abuse, and Dependence—This course instructs substance abuse treatment professionals about prescription medication use, abuse, misuse, and dependence. It presents trends in the use of prescription medications and compares medication classes: opioid analgesics (pain relievers), sedative-hypnotics (benzodiazepines and barbiturates), and stimulants. Prescription Medication (Part 2): Addressing Addiction—This course follows on the above course and provides information for substance abuse treatment professionals about treating clients who are addicted to prescription medications. It includes information about screening, assessment, and treatment planning for these clients. Organizational Development: Governance and the Board of Directors—This course presents information about governance and the responsibilities, recruitment, and retention of boards of directors for nonprofit community-based organizations that provide substance abuse treatment. Organizational Development: Marketing as Collaboration—This course presents basic marketing approaches and tools for use by nonprofit community-based organizations that provide substance abuse treatment. It offers suggestions about applying marketing techniques to increase the number of client referrals, designing marketing materials, conducting marketing research, and developing marketing plans. Organizational Development: Using Financial Information as a Nonfinancial CEO—This course provides training for those managers in substance abuse treatment organizations who do not have experience in accounting or finance. It explains general financial principles and how to apply them effectively. The course does not cover specific financial reporting requirements for grantees. The Web-based system allows you to complete these courses at any time from the comfort, privacy, and convenience of your home or office. The e-learning courses are available at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the link below: Knowledge Application Program (KAP) E-Learning Web site page Start taking an online course today!
	New Multi-Language Resources for People in Recovery SAMHSA has new brochures in Cambodian/Khmer, Chinese, Korean, Russian, and Vietnamese for consumers and their families. SAMHSA’s Multi-Language Initiative provides these products for clients with specific issues in recovery. Aging, Medicines and Alcohol (Cambodian/Khmer), for older adults who use alcohol and take prescription medications Drugs, Alcohol and HIV/AIDS: A Consumer Guide (Cambodian/Khmer, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese), for individuals who abuse substances and are at increased risk of HIV transmission Good Mental Health is Ageless (Cambodian/Khmer), for older adults who want to learn more about good mental health Helping Yourself Heal: A Recovering Man’s Guide to Coping With the Effects of Childhood Abuse (Chinese) and Helping Yourself Heal: A Recovering Woman’s Guide to Coping With Childhood Abuse Issues (Cambodian/Khmer), for men and women in recovery who have childhood abuse issues. The brochures are available for download at http://www.kap.samhsa.gov or through the links below: Aging, Medicines and Alcohol (Cambodian/Khmer) (2.2MB/7 pp.) Drugs, Alcohol and HIV/AIDS: A Consumer Guide (Cambodian/Khmer) (2.1MB/4 pp.); (Chinese) (8.4MB/4 pp.); (Korean) (13.6 MB/4 pp.); (Russian) (1.2MB/4 pp.); (Vietnamese) (2.4MB/4 pp.) Good Mental Health is Ageless (Cambodian/Khmer) (8 MB/7 pp.) Helping Yourself Heal: A Recovering Man's Guide to Coping With the Effects of Childhood Abuse (Chinese) (4.6 MB/10 pp.) Helping Yourself Heal: A Recovering Woman's Guide to Coping With Childhood Abuse Issues (Cambodian/Khmer) (4.0 MB/12 pp.) Download your free copy today!