National Recovery Month
September is National Recovery Month where communities celebrate recovery and promote evidence-based treatment. Originally organized by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) in 1989, the movement focuses on substance abuse recovery and mental health recovery. This observance reinforces the positive message that recovery requires community support.
Substance abuse impacts physical health, relationships, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. Recovery is the journey of overcoming addictions and harmful behaviors while rebuilding physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It involves developing healthy coping skills, strengthening relationships, addressing underlying challenges, and creating a life that supports long-term health and stability.
During the month, individuals and organizations share recovery success stories with neighbors, friends, and colleagues. This in turn increases awareness and reinforces the important message that together recovery is possible.
National Recovery Month continues to educate the effectiveness of treatment and recovery services. If you know someone who can benefit from treatment, the SAMHSA’s National Hotline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year service for individuals and families facing mental and substance abuse disorders: 1-800-662-4357.
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