PSYCHIATRIC NEWS ALERT | While psychedelics are moving toward possible approval for clinical use for the treatment of mental disorders, the medical standards for integrating these substances into health care have lagged. ow.ly/mOzv50Rh5nr

Midlife mortality from deaths of despair (suicide, drug overdose, alcoholic liver disease) has risen sharply since the concept was defined, with particularly large increases for American Indian or Alaska Native and Black individuals from 1999 to 2022. ja.ma/3PVrXsF

More than 81K lives were lost in the U.S. due to drug overdoses involving opioids in 2022.

A new study found that increasing harm reduction strategies & medications for treating opioid use disorder could reduce drug overdoses and improve health outcomes. bit.ly/3TMLegW

Breaking news 📣: In addition to the 2024 Annual Meeting Travel Awards, the Sheldon Miller Early Career Nominations & Educator Awards are also OPEN! Don’t wait – applications close June 12 🗓️ We look forward to your submissions and nominations! bit.ly/3Jmu1q4

Interested in joining Thursday’s Facebook Chat? Visit our event page at 8 p.m. ET to chat with our program experts, who can answer your application questions: spr.ly/6014wtxhp

Applications are officially OPEN for the 2024 Annual Meeting Travel Awards! 🏆 We are accepting submissions for the John Renner Travel Award, Regional & International Travel Award, and Early Career Research Award now through June 12 🗓️ bit.ly/3Jmu1q4 #AAAP24

Join Dr. John Brooklyn for the clinical roundtable “Treating with MOUD: Rural Populations” this Friday, 4/19, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm ET. Register: bit.ly/4aztgpv PCSS-MOUD

In honor of Minority Health, @SAMHSAGov’s Behavioral Health Equity Fact Sheet details their latest initiatives to promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and provide treatments and support to improve the lives of underserved communities: bit.ly/4azedLS #NMHM24

Have questions about your application? Join us on Apr. 18 at 8 p.m. ET to get answers. At that time, visit the discussion section of the Facebook event page to chat with program experts: spr.ly/6010wKx6r

In case you missed it: Applications are OPEN for Annual Meeting Abstracts 📣 Submission deadlines are earlier this year and there are a limited number of acceptances; don’t miss out! bit.ly/3T78qpL

Last fall, American Psychiatric Association and AAAP hosted a webinar discussing how the disbursement of current and future funds from the settlements with opioid manufacturers, distributors, and retailers is shaping up at state and community levels. Watch the replay ⏯️ bit.ly/3VTniLw

Everyone has a right to quality health services, education, and information, including substance use disorder treatment. Mental health is health. #WorldHealthDay

“In July 2018, Philadelphia became the first U.S. municipality to mandate the availability of medications for #opioid use disorder (MOUD) in publicly funded substance use disorder treatment agencies.” ow.ly/rPuu50R569i #MentalHealth

Join AAAP and presenter Richard C. Schwartz, PhD (@ifs_model) for this month’s Advanced Psychotherapy session, “Internal Family Systems (IFS),” on Wednesday, April 10, from 5:30-7:00 pm EST. Register: bit.ly/3POSEPD

In 2023, the DEA gathered more than 1.2 million pounds of unused medications. Let's ensure the safety of your loved ones by decluttering your medicine cabinets for the upcoming #TakeBackDay on April 27th. Stay informed and responsible by visiting bit.ly/3PuKTy4

It's National Public Health Week! SAMHSA leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of 🇺🇸 We envision that people with, affected by, or at risk for mental health & substance use conditions receive care, achieve well-being & thrive. samhsa.gov/about-us/who-w… #NPHW

The latest AAAP podcast episode is live! 🎙️ Dr. Yngvild Olsen joins us to discuss @SAMHSAGov’s overhaul of opioid treatment programs that enshrines many flexibilities first implemented during the pandemic. Give it a listen: bit.ly/3PPc72D

Happy National Doctors’ Day! AAAP thanks our members for being relentless advocates for individuals with substance use disorders and mental health disorders. Tag a colleague or peer to wish them a happy #NationalDoctorsDay ⬇️

Thank you to our panel of distinguished presenters for Monday’s AAAP Advocacy Briefing! The expertise and knowledge shared will be instrumental to professionals, practitioners, and advocates influencing change in addiction psychiatry on Capitol Hill.

Looking forward to this 👍