Publications and Digital Products

This updated TIP is designed to help providers and others better understand how to identify, manage, and prevent substance misuse in older adults. The TIP describes the unique ways in which the signs and symptoms of substance use disorder (SUD) manifest in older adults; drug and alcohol use disorder screening tools, assessments, and treatments specifically tailored for older clients' needs; the interaction between SUDs and cognitive impairment; and strategies to help providers improve their older clients' social functioning and overall wellness.

This flyer highlights key Psychological First Aid concepts and resources disaster responders and outreach workers may use when assisting individuals affected by the pandemic. It also provides resources for further assistance.

This flyer provides information and tips for coping during a pandemic as well as resources for additional assistance.

Outreach workers often work with older adults after disasters. This guide will help prepare staff for encounters with this population by describing common disaster reactions and providing tips and resources.

This wallet card is related to the public service announcement from SAMHSA's “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign encouraging military parents to talk with their kids about opioids.

This wallet card is related to the public service announcement from SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign encouraging military parents to talk with their kids about alcohol.

This flyer is related to the public service announcement from SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign encouraging military parents to talk with their kids about alcohol.

This wallet card is related to the public service announcement from SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” campaign for military parents to talk with their kids about marijuana.

The National report presents indicators as measured through the 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health and the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services. State reports provide a snapshot of substance use and mental health in the United States.

This brief provides an overview of workforce issues to consider when addressing the needs of older adults living with serious mental illness (SMI). Information includes demographics; challenges faced by a provider workforce, and ideas for strengthening the geriatric workforce to address SMI.