SCAN Futuros Maravillosos YPS Prevention Program

06/01/2026

What are prescription opioids?
Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that bind to receptors in your brain or body to reduce the intensity of pain signals reaching the brain. Doctors sometimes prescribe opioid medications to manage and treat moderate-to-severe pain. Common prescription opioid drugs include:
• Hydrocodone (such as Vicodin®, Norco®)
• Oxycodone (such as OxyContin®, Percocet®)
• Morphine (such as MS Contin®, Kadian®)

We must prevent prescription opioid abuse, addiction, and overdose before they start.

05/26/2026

Whatever your outreach approach to, remember that Mental Health Month is an opportunity to make a positive impact on those around you and remind people that mental health can’t wait. Here is what you can do as an individual.

Explore ideas for individuals, organizations, and businesses to help raise awareness and increase understanding about mental health.

05/18/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Learn more about mental disorders, treatments, and therapies and where to find clinical trials.

Explore NIMH resources on mental health topics, statistics, brochures and fact sheets, clinical trials, and how to find help for mental illnesses.

05/11/2026

National Prevention Week (May 10-16, 2026) is a public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country that are preventing substance use and promoting well-being.

National Prevention Week is a public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country that are preventing substance use and promoting positive mental health.

05/04/2026

In a world that can feel overwhelming or uncertain, many factors affecting our health are beyond our control. While we can’t change everything, paying attention to what we can influence can make a difference. Here is a guide that can help; there is no right or wrong way to use this guide.

In a world that can feel overwhelming or uncertain, many factors affecting our health are beyond our control. While we can’t change everything, paying attention to what we can influence can make a difference. There’s no right or wrong way to use this guide. Start where it feels helpful, skip wha...

04/27/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM) has been observed since 1949. For more than 20 years, SAMHSA has joined that tradition every May, raising awareness, sharing resources, and supporting the individuals and communities who need it most.

Mental Health Awareness Month was established in 1949 to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and wellness in Americans’ lives and to celebrate recovery from mental illness.

04/20/2026

Why is April Child Abuse Prevention Month?

You may be wondering, what month is Child Abuse Awareness Month? April is recognized across the United States as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Since the first presidential proclamation in 1983, this month has served as a time for communities to unite and take action to protect children and support families.
Why was April chosen for this awareness month? April represents renewal, growth, and hope, making it an appropriate time to focus on preventing child abuse and promoting nurturing environments for children. Across the nation, advocacy groups, schools, and public agencies mark April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month with awareness campaigns, educational programs, and community events.
April emphasizes that child abuse is not inevitable—it is preventable. With proper resources and support, families can thrive, ensuring children grow up safe and healthy.
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, a critical time to engage the public, honor survivors, and advocate for stronger child protection policies.

Learn about National Child Abuse Prevention Month 2026—its history, symbols, prevention efforts, and ways to protect children during April and beyond.

04/13/2026

Stress Awareness Month is an annual event observed every April since 1992, dedicated to increasing public awareness about the causes, effects, and management of stress. The Stress Management Society, a non-profit organization established in 2003, has been championing this initiative for over two decades.

04/06/2026

Every child deserves a safe, stable, and supportive childhood. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time when communities across the country come together to raise awareness and support families so children can grow up healthy and safe. The blue pinwheel has become the national symbol for child abuse prevention. It represents the joyful and carefree childhood every child deserves.

Learn why pinwheels are the symbol of Child Abuse Prevention Month and how The Up Center supports families.

03/30/2026

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM), a time to recognize the importance of communities and families working together to prevent child neglect and abuse. During the month of April, we will share child abuse and neglect prevention activities and strategies to implement throughout the year.

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPM), a time to recognize the importance of communities and families working together to prevent child neglect and abuse. During the month of April, we will share child abuse and neglect prevention activities and strategies to implement throughout the...