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SAMHSA: A Preliminary Look at the Mental Health and Substance Use-related Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA) Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC) has released a Supplemental Research Bulletin reviewing research on the mental health and substance abuse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Special focus is put on disproportionately affected populations. The Bulletin includes expert suggestions to meet needs of individuals served and improve behavioral health systems during this time.