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Presidential Proclamation: National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month 2024

Original title: National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month, 2024

September 30, 2024

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The Frame

What this does

This document outlines the current federal administration's priorities and resource allocations regarding youth mental health and substance use prevention.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

School administrators and counselors

They are eligible for substance use prevention training and are involved in the implementation of school-based mental health screening tools.

Students

They are the target demographic for new mental health services, screening tools, and educational campaigns regarding substance use.

What changed

Last recorded activity September 30, 2024.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

President Biden has proclaimed October 2024 as National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month. The proclamation highlights federal efforts to address youth substance use through mental health funding, school-based resources, and drug trafficking enforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What resources are available if a young person is struggling with substance use?

The document recommends contacting the SAMHSA National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP, visiting FindSupport.gov, or calling/texting 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

What is the purpose of this proclamation?

The proclamation serves to raise awareness about youth substance use prevention and to highlight the administration's ongoing strategies and investments in mental health and drug prevention.

Key Facts

October 2024 is designated as National Youth Substance Use Prevention Month.
The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act provided $1 billion for school-based mental health professionals.
The administration is utilizing Medicaid to deliver mental health and substance use care in schools.
Federal efforts include a social media campaign regarding fentanyl and overdose reversal medications.
The document provides contact information for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and the SAMHSA National Helpline.

Why It Matters

This document outlines the current federal administration's priorities and resource allocations regarding youth mental health and substance use prevention.