SAMHSA: Treatment Gap for SUDs Widens in Adults, Remains High for Youth

Posted on August 12, 2025 by TCYSAPC

The treatment gap for American adults with substance use disorders (SUDs) who did not receive treatment widened slightly from 94.7% in 2023 to 95.6% in 2024.  That’s according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) annual survey and report, released on July 28. But for

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Teen Tobacco Product Use Linked to Worse Mental Health

Posted on August 10, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Compared with adolescents who were nonusers, those who were ever dual users had the highest odds for symptoms of depression, anxiety, and for overall psychological distress.  Adolescents who use tobacco products are significantly more likely to report symptoms of depression and anxiety than teens who do not use tobacco

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Texas Senate passes full THC ban ….. again!

Posted on August 10, 2025 by TCYSAPC

July 30, 2025 –  The Texas Senate has passed Senate Bill 5, a full ban on THC, in a 21-8 vote. The bill is very similar to SB 3 from the regular session, which Gov. Greg Abbott ultimately vetoed, saying it would not hold up in court. That version

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New study sheds light on ChatGPT’s alarming interactions with teens

Posted on August 10, 2025 by TCYSAPC

How to write the best ChatGPT prompts and get personalized AI responses? The complete guide!ChatGPT will tell 13-year-olds how to get drunk and high, instruct them on how to conceal eating disorders and even compose a heartbreaking suicide letter to their parents if asked, according to new research from a watchdog group.  The Associated Press reviewed more than three hours of interactions between ChatGPT

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SAMHSA Survey Shows Four Years of Mental Health, Substance Use Trends

Posted on August 10, 2025 by TCYSAPC

The 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health shows that key substance use and mental health outcome measures are improving, but experts say there is still significant work to do.  Over the past four years, most key mental health and substance use outcome measures—such as suicide attempts among adolescents

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Vodka in your energy drink? Massive energy drink recall — Here’s what Texans need to know

Posted on August 6, 2025 by TCYSAPC
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U.S. CDC launches new campaign to address youth substance use, mental health issues

Posted on August 1, 2025 by TCYSAPC

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 5  — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday announced the launch of a new nationwide campaign aimed at addressing youth substance use and mental health challenges.  The campaign, titled “Free Mind,” targets youth aged 12 to 17, along with their parents and … Continue to full story .......

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Top 7 Teen Substance Use Trends Parents Need to Know in 2025

Posted on June 8, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Talking to Teens About Drugs and Substance UseTeen substance use trends are always changing, and staying informed can help parents have better conversations with their kids. The good news? Teen substance use is at an all-time low! According to the Monitoring the Future survey, fewer teens are drinking, vaping, or using drugs compared to previous years.1

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Travis County offers free naloxone training as opioid deaths decline

Posted on June 7, 2025 by TCYSAPC

As part of its ongoing response to the opioid crisis, Travis County is now offering free training on how to use Narcan, the life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses.  The free course can request training through the county’s opioid response website. The training is available to any individual,

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Senate Bill 650 – TX Legislature passes alcohol ID law inspired after 18 year old dies in car crash

Posted on June 6, 2025 by TCYSAPC

billmom.png A bill requiring electronic ID readers at grocery and convenience stores that sell alcohol is now just a signature away from becoming law in Texas – a move being hailed as one of the most transformational changes to the state’s liquor laws in three decades.  A mother’s mission begins  The … Continue to full story .......

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Why beer and liquor distributors are split on THC ban as Abbott weighs veto

Posted on June 5, 2025 by TCYSAPC

Petitions are delivered to the governor’s office asking Gov. Greg Abbott to veto SB3, which would restrict THC, on the last day of the 89th Texas Legislature at the Capitol in Austin, Monday, June 2, 2025.As Gov. Greg Abbott weighs Texas’ proposed THC ban, one industry is working overtime to influence his decision: the alcohol lobby.   Amid plunging alcohol sales, some groups representing liquor stores are opposing the ban as they see THC beverages as an opportunity to draw in more business. Beer distributors,

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Texas Legislature on verge of completely banning THC products after key House vote

Posted on May 28, 2025 by TCYSAPC

The Texas House gave final approval to a bill that would ban all products containing tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, likely spelling the end for the state’s short-lived hemp industry. Under the legislation, hemp retailers and recreational users would be allowed to sell and consume only the non-intoxicating, non-psychoactive cannabinoids known as … Continue to full story .......

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