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Below you will find press releases issued by the department and news articles about ADMH or related to mental health.

Department of Mental Health Awarded $2 Million Grant
Birmingham, Ala. - The Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) and Children’s of Alabama have been awarded a $2,009,323 grant
Courage for ALL
Montgomery, Ala. - Opioid addiction is an epidemic in the nation and in Alabama. The crisis affects us all. It’s going to take all our courage — together — to
Suicide Prevention Month
Montgomery, Ala. – Every year, mental health organizations and individuals in the U.S. and around the world raise awareness of suicide prevention during September, National
Stepping Up Initiative
Montgomery, Ala. – Approximately two million times each year, people who have serious mental illnesses are admitted to jails across the
Recovery Month Celebrated
Montgomery, Ala. – Recovery Month is an annual celebration sponsored each September. This year’s theme is “Join the Voices for Recovery
My Smart Dose
Montgomery, Ala. – Every day in the United States, over 100 people die from a drug overdose.  Medicine needed by one person can become poison
Strike Out Stigma
Montgomery, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health, community partners and the Montgomery Biscuits are hosting Strike Out Stigma Night to offer frank information
24/7 Addiction Helpline Available Now
Montgomery, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health and Recovery Organization of Support Specialists (ROSS) are proud to offer a new 24/7 Helpline, providing services to individuals in our state who struggle with addiction and need
Department of Mental Health Celebrates National Prevention Week
Montgomery, Ala. – National Prevention Week , May 13 - 19, is an annual health observance dedicated to increasing public awareness of, and action around, substance abuse