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Guidance on Strategies to Promote Best Practice in Antipsychotic Prescribing for Children and Adolescents
Published: March 2019
This Guidance document gives a “bird’s eye view” of strategies to support best practice prescribing of antipsychotics for youth and summarizes the available evidence and principles to support these strategies.
Continuity of Offender Treatment for Substance Use Disorder from Institution to Community
Published: October 2015
This manual provides guidance for substance use disorder treatment clinicians and case workers on how to assist offenders in the transition from the criminal justice system to life after release. It discusses assessment, transition plans, important services, special populations, and confidentiality.
Medication for the Treatment of Alcohol Use Disorder: A Brief Guide
Published: October 2015
This manual provides guidance on the use of medication-assisted treatment for alcohol use misuse. It summarizes approved medications, screening and assessment, treatment planning, and patient monitoring.
TIP 57: Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health Services
Published: March 2014
This manual helps behavioral health professionals understand the impact of trauma on those who experience it. The manual discusses patient assessment and treatment planning strategies. These strategies support recovery and the development of a trauma-informed care workforce.
Substance Abuse Treatment: Addressing the Specific Needs of Women
Published: November 2013
This quick guide helps administrators of substance use disorder treatment facilities implement programs and services that address the needs of women living with substance use disorders. It addresses patterns of use and the drug screening and treatment needs of women.
Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders
Published: November 2013
This quick guide summarizes guidelines for clinicians treating chronic pain in adults living with a history of substance misuse. It covers patient assessment, chronic pain management, managing addiction risk in patients treated with opioids, and patient education.