@DBHDD

We provide treatment and support services to people with mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

 Atlanta, Georgia, USA
dbhdd.georgia.gov
Joined June 2009
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Choosing a career in behavioral health means choosing to show up for people when they need it most. 💙 DBHDD's West Central Georgia Regional Hospital reminds us: healing happens when we lead with compassion. Join us on this mission: careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/
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Thank you to @DBHDD and all those in the fight around the state who are tackling this crisis head-on. It's powerful to hear the stories of survivors and it's a reminder of how important it is to stay vigilant around drugs and opioids in our communities. wsbtv.com/news/local/wsb-tv-…

WSB-TV presents ‘Georgia’s Opioid Crisis’

It features a powerful interview with Scott Cochran, the former UGA and Alabama coach and current head coach at the University of West Alabama.

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ICYMI: @wsbtv PRESENTS GEORGIA’S OPIOID CRISIS
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Region 4 staff's annual “Biscuits & Badges” event gives law enforcement and behavioral health professionals time to discuss challenges and solutions in and around the community regarding behavioral health and forensic services.
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Georgia DBHDD retweeted
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Jul 16
Through Georgia's GREAT Health Program, @DBHDD has received a new mobile dental unit that will bring specialized dental care directly to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the state! Learn more: greathealth.georgia.gov” #GREATHealth #RuralHealth
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Congratulations to our friends and partners with the #UGARalstonInstitute - Dr. Mowbray and his folks are leading the way in behavioral health workforce development. Learn more about this statewide dashboard here: fcs.uga.edu/news/story/david…
UGA
@universityofga
Jun 29
The UGA Ralston Institute has created the Georgia Behavioral Health Professions Hub to introduce students and job seekers to behavioral health career pathways and the opportunities available across the state. The hub is a comprehensive, Georgia-specific resource for individuals interested in behavioral health careers and includes salary expectations, education and licensing requirements, career pathways and workforce information for a variety of careers. Read more: t.uga.edu/4v5nKEv
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DBHDD thanks Governor Brian Kemp for signing SB 535 into law and for his continued commitment to strengthening Georgia’s behavioral health safety net.
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DBHDD and the Northwest Georgia Regional Education Service Agency partnered to distribute opioid overdose reversal kits to schools across Northwest Georgia. This effort is part of a broader statewide initiative launched last fall. ow.ly/ozyO50YQCUv

Narcan Heads to Northwest Georgia Schools in Life-Saving Push

Statewide initiative equips every public school with opioid overdose reversal kits

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Join us for the upcoming 2nd Annual Co-Responder Teams Professional Development Conference, February 25 – 27, 2026. This year’s theme is: Many Roles, One Goal. Collaborating for Care, Committed to Change. Register at: dbhdd.cventevents.com/coresp…
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Save the date for the Georgia Farm Stress Summit! March 12, 2026 at the C.W. Pettigrew Farm and Community Life Center, Fort Valley State University.
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GACA: Celebrating 45 Years of Progress in Addiction Recovery in 2025! Commissioner Kevin Tanner of @DBHDD keynote address at GACA's 45th Anniversary Celebration at our 42nd conference! #GACALeadsGA #gapol #GARecovers #GACA45 @KevinKTanner
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DBHDD is proud to partner with @georgiadeptofed to distribute Narcan to all Georgia public schools, including schools in the Macon-Bibb area: macon.com/news/local/educati…
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Introducing the 2025 Flame of Hope Award winners! Congrats to the 10 Georgians selected this year from more than 250 nominations. Read more here: dbhdd.georgia.gov/press-rele…
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If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or needs emotional support, the 988 Lifeline is here for you 24/7. Call, text, or chat 988 to connect with a skilled, compassionate counselor. 988lifeline.org

988 Lifeline

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

988lifeline.org
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ANNOUNCEMENT: Georgia Launches Statewide Narcan Initiative for Public Schools. Read more here:
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Georgia DBHDD retweeted
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3 Dec 2025
We're excited to announce the hiring of Orion Mowbray as the founding executive director of our Ralston Institute on Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. tinyurl.com/es2e5ute
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DBHDD is proud to partner with Breakthru House and other providers that make family-centered recovery possible. Read how GA moms are finding recovery and rebuilding their lives: cbsnews.com/atlanta/news/its…

DeKalb recovery center helps mothers heal while keeping their children close

The Breakthru House, a Decatur addiction treatment center, is filling a critical gap for mothers in recovery by allowing them to stay with their young children—removing one of the biggest barriers to...

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Georgia DBHDD + 988 were proud to be part of the Georgia Grown Pavilion at the GA National Fair in Perry, Oct 2–12! Farming is tough work — and #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay. Reach out to 988 anytime for free, confidential support. #988Lifeline #GADBHDD #GeorgiaGrown #GeorgiaNationalFair
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🏈 Don't forget to take a timeout for your mental health! Need to huddle on some of life's challenges? Call/text #988 today! DBHDD is proud to partner with UGA Athletics during today's game to spread awareness of #988. Your mental health matters.
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❤️🖤In partnership with UGA Athletics, we want you to know that it's okay to not be okay! Too much to tackle? Make #988 a part of your mental health game plan. Watch UGA Football on Oct. 4 - celebrating Student Athlete Mental Health Week!
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🏈 On Oct. 4, DBHDD is teaming up with UGA Athletics to highlight the importance of mental health during Student Athlete Mental Health Week. Strength is more than physical and resilience starts with mental wellness. Together, let’s make mental health a part of the game plan.
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