New SAMHSA resource examines recognition, treatment of early SMI

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) released their brochure “Early Recognition and Effective Treatment of Early Serious Mental Illness,” emphasizing the crucial role of early detection and intervention in serious mental illnesses, emphasizing the need for prompt attention at the first onset of symptoms. In addition, the resource highlights the importance of youth and family engagement in early intervention services and supports. Early detection of serious mental illness and the provision of effective treatment can improve outcomes for individuals and promote long term mental health recovery, according to SAMHSA. The new brochure can be found at https://store.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/early‐recognition‐esmi‐pep24‐01‐006.pdf .