SAMHSA awards behavioral health grants
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration this month awarded $31.5 million to support behavior health programs for children and youth. The funding includes $18.9 million to help organizations enhance or expand services; $10.3 million to promote wellness in young children; and $2.3 million to help young people at high risk for psychosis.
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