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What are prescription opioids?
Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that bind to receptors in your brain or body to reduce the intensity of pain signals reaching the brain. Doctors sometimes prescribe opioid medications to manage and treat moderate-to-severe pain. Common prescription opioid drugs include:
• Hydrocodone (such as Vicodin®, Norco®)
• Oxycodone (such as OxyContin®, Percocet®)
• Morphine (such as MS Contin®, Kadian®)

About Prescription Opioids We must prevent prescription opioid abuse, addiction, and overdose before they start.

Whatever your outreach approach to, remember that Mental Health Month is an opportunity to make a positive impact on those around you and remind people that mental health can’t wait. Here is what you can do as an individual.

Mental Health Month outreach ideas | Mental Health America Explore ideas for individuals, organizations, and businesses to help raise awareness and increase understanding about mental health.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Learn more about mental disorders, treatments, and therapies and where to find clinical trials.

Mental Health Information Explore NIMH resources on mental health topics, statistics, brochures and fact sheets, clinical trials, and how to find help for mental illnesses.

National Prevention Week (May 10-16, 2026) is a public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country that are preventing substance use and promoting well-being.

National Prevention Week National Prevention Week is a public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country that are preventing substance use and promoting positive mental health.

In a world that can feel overwhelming or uncertain, many factors affecting our health are beyond our control. While we can’t change everything, paying attention to what we can influence can make a difference. Here is a guide that can help; there is no right or wrong way to use this guide.

2026 Mental Health Month Action Guide | Mental Health America In a world that can feel overwhelming or uncertain, many factors affecting our health are beyond our control. While we can’t change everything, paying attention to what we can influence can make a difference. There’s no right or wrong way to use this guide. Start where it feels helpful, skip wha...

Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM) has been observed since 1949. For more than 20 years, SAMHSA has joined that tradition every May, raising awareness, sharing resources, and supporting the individuals and communities who need it most.

Mental Health Awareness Month Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness.

Why is April Child Abuse Prevention Month?

You may be wondering, what month is Child Abuse Awareness Month? April is recognized across the United States as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Since the first presidential proclamation in 1983, this month has served as a time for communities to unite and take action to protect children and support families.
Why was April chosen for this awareness month? April represents renewal, growth, and hope, making it an appropriate time to focus on preventing child abuse and promoting nurturing environments for children. Across the nation, advocacy groups, schools, and public agencies mark April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month with awareness campaigns, educational programs, and community events.
April emphasizes that child abuse is not inevitable—it is preventable. With proper resources and support, families can thrive, ensuring children grow up safe and healthy.
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, a critical time to engage the public, honor survivors, and advocate for stronger child protection policies.

National Child Abuse Prevention Month April 2026 | CPGN Learn about National Child Abuse Prevention Month 2026—its history, symbols, prevention efforts, and ways to protect children during April and beyond.

Stress Awareness Month is an annual event observed every April since 1992, dedicated to increasing public awareness about the causes, effects, and management of stress. The Stress Management Society, a non-profit organization established in 2003, has been championing this initiative for over two decades.

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