AUBURN, Alabama – Alabama is one of the most affected states in the country when it comes to the Opioid Crisis. In 2017, there were 422 overdose deaths involving either prescription or illicit drugs in the state, an average of more than one per day. To battle...
Montgomery, AL – When you or someone you love is dealing with a mental health concern, it can be an overwhelming feeling. It’s important to remember that mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable, and...
Montgomery, Ala. - Since 2005, ADMH has hosted the Capitol Showcase, a consumer art show at the Alabama's State Capitol. People from around the state with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders have their abilities showcased throughout the month of May....
http://alabamapublichealth.gov/news/2019/04/17.html FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Scott Harris, M.D., M.P.H. (334) 206-5200 CONTACT: Jamey Durham (334) 206-5634 Law enforcement officials have announced today the arrest of a medical practitioner in Toney, Alabama. Patients of this clinic and their family members may have questions or concerns, especially if they have immediate need for...
Atmore Advance - This is the second article in a series about mental health in Escambia County. The last article shined a light on this county’s high mental health commitments. Last year, Escambia County had 133 people committed, meaning one person is committed for every...
Montgomery Advertiser - The Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday approved a $2.1 billion General Fund budget that would provide funding increases to most state agencies and a 2% pay raise for state employees. Read full article ...
CBS This Morning - In our School Matters series, we are looking at mental and physical health issues in schools. In this installment, we are taking you inside Alabama schools. A new state-wide program will soon give high schools access to an opioid overdose reversal...
Exciting efforts by multiple organizations in Alabama are helping to raise awareness and capacity in the field of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH). Read more ...
Rocket City Now - According to the Centers for Disease Control, an average of 105 people commit suicide each day, with thousands more attempting to take their lives. In 2017, it was the 10th leading cause of death for all age groups and the second leading...
Alex City Outlook - For some reason, mental health and stigma go hand in hand. Talking about mental health problems has been taboo for what seems like forever, and it’s time we break that stigma. The only way to do that is by being more open...