Mental Health

 

April 2018 - Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment

• Approximately 64,000 Montanans have a substance abuse disorder (SUD); a chronic relapsing disease that changes the brain structure and function, potentially leading to harmful behaviors.
• SUD is treatable and can successfully be managed with a combination of medication, individualized behavioral counseling, skills training, and relapse prevention.
• The first step to recovery is to seek treatment; call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) to find a behavioral health provider in your area.

May 2017 - National Prevention Week

• National Prevention Week takes place May 14-20, and highlights the importance of substance use prevention and mental health awareness.
• This year’s theme “Making Each Day Count” highlights the Eight Dimensions of Wellness that can improve mental and physical health for people with mental and/or substance use disorders.
• The DPHHS Prevention Resource Center spreads the message and offers resources and tools for hosting Prevention Week events to community members, coalitions, schools and other organizations.