Treating mental illnesses is an important step in keeping youth away from alcohol and illegal drugs. About half of teens and young adults who receive alcohol or drug treatment also have mental disorders.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's (SAMHSA's) National Mental Health Information Center: 1-800-789-2647; 1-866-889-2647(TDD) (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., EST)
For more information about culturally sensitive services, call the Office of Minority Health Resource Center at 1-800-444-6472, or TDD at 301-230-7199.
SAMHSA's National Mental Health Information Center, Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS)National Toll-Free Help Lines. Help lines from a number of different organizations.