On February 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) marked two years of its Overdose Prevention Strategy by announcing new actions to mitigate overdoses. Additionally, HHS announced a new rule that will dramatically expand access to lifesaving medications for opioid use disorder.
Many lawmakers have been grappling with the decision to place restrictions on social media apps for teens and adolescents. The American Psychological Association (APA) is working with scientists to determine the harms and benefits of social media use on the growth and development of adolescents. APA has produced recommendations and resources to guide educators, parents, policymakers, mental health and health practitioners, technology companies, and youths.