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Identifying and Implementing Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Services. September 6, 2005 Istanbul, Turkey. Charles G. Curie, M.S.W., A.C.S.W. Administrator, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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Identifying and Implementing Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Services September 6, 2005 Istanbul, Turkey Charles G. Curie, M.S.W., A.C.S.W. Administrator, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
“A Life in the Community For Everyone” Vision Mission “Building Resilience & Facilitating Recovery”
A Cross-Cutting Principle: Science to Services/Evidence-Based Practices How do we accelerate Research into Practice? How do we connect Science to Services?
Accelerating Research Into Practice • Identify evidence-based practices for Prevention and Treatment (NREPP) • Develop guides, manuals and other materials on these practices (Too Smart to Start & TIPs) • Disseminate these materials and provide trainings through regional centers (ATTCs & CAPTs)
National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP) Purpose: A voluntary rating and classification system for substance abuse and mental health prevention and treatment interventions. Goal:NREPP will become a leading national resource for science-based information on substance abuse and mental health prevention and treatment interventions. www.modelprograms.samhsa.gov
NREPP: Comprehensive & Transparent • NREPP utilizes two types of draft rating criteria which are independently evaluated by scientists: 1. Evidence Rating Criteria 2. Utility Descriptors • Review results will be posted on the new NREPP website www.nationalregistry.samhsa.gov • By 2006 the new Website will feature: • Outcomes searchable database • Links to educational materials on review criteria • Self-assessment tool for candidate programs • Links to technical assistance centers and supports • NREPP Influences SAMHSA discretionary and block grant investments. • Provides an important tool for both public and private purchasers in selection of effective services.
Publications and Materials on Best Practices in Substance AbusePrevention & Treatment What type of products? • Training Manuals • Publications & Community Action Kits (Too Smart to Start) • Treatment Improvement Protocols (TIPs) • Quick Reference Cards & Pocket-size Guides • Fact Sheets, Brochures and Periodicals Where to find the products: www.samhsa.gov
A Prevention Example…TooSmart to Start • An underage alcohol use prevention program • A public education initiative • Research-based Strategies • For professionals & volunteers at the community level • To educate 9 to 13 year olds
A Treatment Example…TIPs TIPs – Treatment Improvement Protocols • TIPs are best-practice guidelines for the treatment of substance abuse. • TIPs are created by clinical, research & administrative experts. • TIPs have been developed on several topics such as: • Assessment and Screening • Co-Occurring Disorders and Cognitive Disabilities • HIV/AIDS and Infectious Diseases • Homelessness • Medication-Assisted Treatment
Materials, Trainings & Technical Assistancefor Prevention Centers for the Application of Prevention Technology www.captus.org Purpose: Assist States and Communities in the application of evidence-based substance abuse prevention programs, practices, and policies. Goal: To increase the impact of prevention.
Materials, Trainings & Technical Assistancefor Treatment www.nattc.org SAMHSA’s Addiction Technology Transfer Centers Purpose: To transmit the latest knowledge, skills and attitudes of professional addiction treatment practice. Goal: To enhance clinical practice.
When Research is Translated into Practice • Research has shown that mental and substance use disorders are treatable chronic health conditions; people can and do recover. • Research has demonstrated the value of effective prevention to prevent or delay the onset of mental illnesses and substance use disorders across the lifespan. • Early intervention using evidence-based prevention and treatment services and supports can reduce the toll of substance abuse and mental illnesses.