Publications and Digital Products

Opioid misuse and use disorders among older adults are a growing public health problem that is often overlooked and undertreated. This increasing misuse and need for treatment can be attributed to several cultural, physiological, and systemic influences. This brochure discusses age-appropriate OUD prevention, treatment, and recovery approaches and provides key facts, considerations, program examples, and resources.

This infographic report highlighting substance use and mental health indicators among older adults aged 60 or older in the United States. 

This Advisory outlines how healthcare providers (i.e., obstetrician-gynecologists [OB-GYNs], primary care physicians, and other professionals who treat pregnant people) can take an active role in supporting the health of pregnant individuals who have OUD and their babies.

This advisory introduces readers to digital therapeutics (DTx) and the benefits of their use in behavioral health. It describes the research, regulatory, and reimbursement implications for DTx as well as selection and implementation considerations.

This advisory introduces readers to Cannabidiol (CBD), how it is derived, how it differs from THC and other cannabinoids, the risks and harms of CBD use, and common misconceptions given its broad availability.

The guide provides considerations and strategies for interdisciplinary teams, peer specialists, clinicians, registered nurses, behavioral health organizations, and policy makers in understanding, selecting, and implementing evidence-based interventions that support older adults with serious mental illness.

The National report presents indicators as measured through the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health and the National Survey of Substance Abuse Treatment Services. State reports provide a snapshot of substance use and mental health in the United States.

This updated TIP is designed to help providers and others better understand how to identify, manage, and prevent substance misuse in older adults. The TIP describes the unique ways in which the signs and symptoms of substance use disorder (SUD) manifest in older adults; drug and alcohol use disorder screening tools, assessments, and treatments specifically tailored for older clients' needs; the interaction between SUDs and cognitive impairment; and strategies to help providers improve their older clients' social functioning and overall wellness.

This flyer highlights key Psychological First Aid concepts and resources disaster responders and outreach workers may use when assisting individuals affected by the pandemic. It also provides resources for further assistance.

This flyer provides information and tips for coping during a pandemic as well as resources for additional assistance.