Behavioral Health

Serious behavioral health issues such as substance use disorders, mental health disorders, suicide, violence, and behavior-related chronic diseases have a profound impact on the health of American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) individuals, families, and communities. Through its programs, the IHS Division of Behavioral Health addresses these issues and promotes the Indian health care system focus on integrated behavioral health and primary care treatment, while respecting the balance, wellness, and resilience of AI/AN people.

Division of Behavioral Health Programs:

• Division of Behavioral Health
• Alcohol and Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)
• Community Health Aide Program (CHAP)
• Domestic Violence Prevention Program (DVP), (formerly DVPI)
• Forensic Healthcare
• Indian Children's Program (ICP)
• Mental Health Program
• Native Youth
• Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention (SASP) program, (formerly MSPI)
• Suicide Prevention Program
• Telebehavioral Health Center of Excellence (TBHCE)
• Youth Regional Treatment Centers (YRTC)
• Zero Suicide Initiative