Substance Abuse

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

The mission of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism is to generate and disseminate fundamental knowledge about the effects of alcohol on health and well-being, and apply that knowledge to improve diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of alcohol-related problems, including alcohol use disorder, across the lifespan.

 
NIAAA provides leadership in the national effort to reduce alcohol-related problems by:
 
  • Conducting and supporting alcohol-related research in a wide range of scientific areas, including genetics, neuroscience, epidemiology, prevention, and treatment.
  • Coordinating and collaborating with other research institutes and Federal Programs on alcohol-related issues.
  • Collaborating with international, national, state, and local institutions, organizations, agencies, and programs engaged in alcohol-related work.
  • Translating and disseminating research findings to health care providers, researchers, policymakers, and the public.

Learn more: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/

888-696-4222
National Institute on Drug Abuse

The mission of the National Institute on Drug Abuse is to advance science on drug use and addiction and to apply that knowledge to improve individual and public health.

Substance Use in Older Adults - Drug Facts

Learn more: https://nida.nih.gov/

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Helpline (SAMHSA)

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

800-662-HELP
800-662-4357
Texas Health & Human Services – Adult Substance Use Services

How Do I find Substance Use Treatment Services in Texas?

There are several ways to find adult substance use treatment services, such as by contacting the substance use program directly, your local Outreach, Screening, Assessment, Referral (OSAR), or Local Mental Health Authority or Local Behavioral Health Authority.

Main site: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/adult-substance-use-services