Behavioral health facilities face a challenge that differs significantly from traditional medical environments. Staff are managing controlled substances for behavioral health patients who may be in recovery from substance use disorders, while simultaneously protecting staff from false accusations and maintaining an environment of therapeutic support.

The stakes are uniquely high. High-risk medications like benzodiazepines and stimulants are common. Staff handle these substances dozens of times per shift, and regulatory scrutiny from the DEA is intense. Yet many centers still rely on locked cabinets and paper logs—a risky medication system designed for a bygone era. Read More >