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Substance Exposed Pregnancy Initiative of CT
The Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services, in collaboration with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and Wheeler Clinic, oversee the Substance Exposed Infant-Fetal Alcohol Spectrum (SEI-FASD) statewide initiative. As part of this initiative, our goal is to increase knowledge and awareness regarding SEI and FASD and other topics that are related to and impact substance use and recovery.
COVID-19 Mental Health Impact Survey
DMHAS is conducting a survey to help us better understand the impact of COVID-19 in our community. Your input is critical to help us understand the needs of the community and prioritize policy and program decisions.
Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) is a grassroots campaign designed to help raise awareness of the prevention, treatment and recovery services available for those adversely affected by gambling. This nationwide awareness campaign brings together a wide range of stakeholders, including public health organizations, treatment providers, advocacy groups and gambling operators. Groups across America hold conferences, air Public Service Announcements, provide counselor trainings, host health screening days, run social media campaigns and many other activities to increase public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment and recovery services.
Southern CT State University MSW Cohort Program on Co-Occurring Disorders
Cannabis Awareness and Education Program
In June of 2021, through the state legislature, CT became the 19th state to legalize cannabis for adults 21 and over through the Responsible and Equitable Regulation of Adult-Use Cannabis (RERACA). This law sets out a framework that will comprehensively regulate cannabis in Connecticut in a manner that protects public health and safety while promoting social equity and economic development.
This page archives DMHAS updates to clients, providers, and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
$5.5 Million in New Federal Funding Available to Connecticut to Combat Opioid Crisis
The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) today announced its intent to apply for $5.5 million from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) to combat the prescription opioid and heroin crisis.
Press Release: DMHAS Partners with Connecticut REALTORS® on LiveLOUD Opioid Campaign
The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and Connecticut REALTORS® are partnering together on the LiveLOUD opioid campaign.