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Advisory: Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Use Treatment (based on TIP 50)

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This Advisory is based on TIP 50, Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors in Substance Abuse Treatment. It provides strategies for identifying and addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors among individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs).

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PEP20-06-04-005
Publication Date
January 2021
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