The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Free Mind campaign is a national youth-focused resource that raises awareness about the connection between mental health and substance use. Designed primarily for teens ages 12–17 and the adults who support them, the...
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Our Spotlight On Prevention Newsletter
Spotlight on Prevention Newsletter shared in February 2026 from the Blackstone Valley Prevention Coalition. Access the resource here.
National Recovery Month Toolkit
September is National Recovery Month! SAMHSA has created a toolkit with resources and messaging to share with multiple audiences. Access the toolkit here.
October Prevention Month Promotional Materials
October is Substance Use Prevention Month and this year the theme is “Telling the Prevention Story.” SAMHSA has developed a toolkit with promotional materials for Prevention Providers including social media templates, flyers, and slide decks. Learn more about...
Roundtable Facilitator Guides – CDC Free Mind Campaign
Learn how to host roundtable conversations with youth as well as parents and caregivers. These insights can help you determine which Free Mind messages resonate with your community and meet their needs. Roundtable Facilitators Guide – Parents Roundtable Facilitators...
Free Mind – Campaign Toolkit
The CDC has developed the Free Mind campaign to raise awareness about the connections between youth substance use and mental health. Campaign Goals: Prevent substance use initiation, substance use, overdose, and related harms among youth. Educate youth on specific...
Conversation Starters – How to Talk to a Friend About Mental Health or Drugs
The CDC has released helpful resources and videos to help people talk to their friends about mental health challenges or substance use concerns. The resources provide support on choosing conversation starters, preparing for the conversation, and include a list of...
Facts About Substances – CDC Free Mind Campaign
The CDC has developed new videos and fact sheets on substance education and impacts of substances on the body. Resources are available on alcohol, cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) products, opioids, polysubstance use, vaping, and xylazine. Learn more and access the...
Free Mind: Mental Health & Drug Use Awareness for Teens
This resource page from the CDC spreads awareness of the intersection between mental health and drug use among teens. Learn more and access the website here.
Drug Take Back Day Infographic- fillable
This fillable document is available for regions to customize with their local data from Drug Take Back Day. Access the resource here.