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18-9 Objective: Increase the proportion of adults with mental disorders who receive treatment. American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) is the professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy. The AAMFT hosts an annual national training conference each fall as well as a weeklong series of continuing education institutes in the summer. They offer a variety of brochures and pamphlets that inform the public about the field of marriage and family therapy. They also offer a range of professional and practice development products, including videotapes, books and brochures. American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) is dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people and improving the care of those with late-life mental disorders. AAGP enhances the knowledge base and standards of practice in geriatric psychiatry through education and research, and by advocating for the mental health needs of older Americans. Their web site includes information on membership, advocacy and public policy and publications. American Association of Pastoral Counselors The American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC) represents and sets professional standards for Pastoral Counselors and pastoral counseling centers in North American and around the world. AAPC certifies Pastoral Counselors, accredits pastoral counseling centers, and approves training programs. Web site includes information on membership and an online directory of Certified Pastoral Counselors across the United States. American Counseling Association The American Counseling Association is a not-for-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Information on the association?s resources and books, membership and government relations efforts are available on their web site. American Mental Health Counselors Association The American Mental Health Counselors Association enhances the profession of mental health counseling through advocacy, education and professional development. Their web site includes information on membership, public policy, publications and programs. American Psychiatric Association The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society of physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance use disorders. Several informational fact sheets are available on-line, as well as information on publications, membership, programs and advocacy efforts. American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization which represents psychology in the United States. APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. Their web site includes a help center for mental health related concerns, fact sheets, advocacy news, publication listings and referrals to psychologists and other organizations. National Association for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD) NARSAD is an organization which was formed from four major citizens' groups (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, National Mental Health Association, National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association and the Schizophrenia Research Foundation) in 1986. NARSAD raises and distributes funds for scientific research into the causes, cures and treatments, and prevention of severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and depression. Their web site includes information on their educational materials, mailing list, grants, and Infoline (a service that provides referrals, answers questions and sends free materials on psychiatric illnesses.) National Association of Social Workers The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a membership organization of professional social workers that works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. Their web site includes information on membership, publications, educational programs, advocacy efforts, and a chapter directory. National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) organizes to reflect and advocate for the collective interests of State Mental Health Authorities and their directors at the national level. The association identifies public mental health policy issues, apprises its members of research findings and best practices in the delivery of mental health services, fosters collaboration, provides consultation and technical assistance, and promotes effective management practices and financing mechanisms adequate to sustain its mission. Their web site includes information on government relations efforts, programs, membership, and a directory. 18-9a American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) is the professional association for the field of marriage and family therapy. The AAMFT hosts an annual national training conference each fall as well as a weeklong series of continuing education institutes in the summer. They offer a variety of brochures and pamphlets that inform the public about the field of marriage and family therapy. They also offer a range of professional and practice development products, including videotapes, books and brochures. American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry The American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry (AAGP) is dedicated to promoting the mental health and well being of older people and improving the care of those with late-life mental disorders. AAGP enhances the knowledge base and standards of practice in geriatric psychiatry through education and research, and by advocating for the mental health needs of older Americans. Their web site includes information on membership, advocacy and public policy and publications. American Association of Pastoral Counselors The American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC) represents and sets professional standards for Pastoral Counselors and pastoral counseling centers in North American and around the world. AAPC certifies Pastoral Counselors, accredits pastoral counseling centers, and approves training programs. Web site includes information on membership and an online directory of Certified Pastoral Counselors across the United States. American Counseling Association The American Counseling Association is a non-profit, professional and educational organization that is dedicated to the growth and enhancement of the counseling profession. Information on the association?s resources and books, membership and government relations efforts are available on their web site. American Mental Health Counselors Association The American Mental Health Counselors Association enhances the profession of mental health counseling through advocacy, education and professional development. Their web site includes information on membership, public policy, publications and programs. American Psychiatric Association The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society of physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance use disorders. Several informational fact sheets are available on-line, as well as information on publications, membership, programs and advocacy efforts. American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization which represents psychology in the United States. APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. Their web site includes a help center for mental health related concerns, fact sheets, advocacy news, publication listings and referrals to psychologists and other organizations. National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression NARSAD is an organization which was formed from four major citizens' groups (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, National Mental Health Association, National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association and the Schizophrenia Research Foundation) in 1986. NARSAD raises and distributes funds for scientific research into the causes, cures and treatments, and prevention of severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and depression. Their web site includes information on their educational materials, mailing list, grants, and Infoline (a service that provides referrals, answers questions and sends free materials on psychiatric illnesses.) National Association of Social Workers The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a membership organization of professional social workers that works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. Their web site includes information on membership, publications, educational programs, advocacy efforts, and a chapter directory. National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors The National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD) organizes to reflect and advocate for the collective interests of State Mental Health Authorities and their directors at the national level. The association identifies public mental health policy issues, apprises its members of research findings and best practices in the delivery of mental health services, fosters collaboration, provides consultation and technical assistance, and promotes effective management practices and financing mechanisms adequate to sustain its mission. Their web site includes information on government relations efforts, programs, membership, and a directory. 18-9b American Psychiatric Association The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society of physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance use disorders. Several informational fact sheets are available on-line, as well as information on publications, membership, programs and advocacy efforts. American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization which represents psychology in the United States. APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. Their web site includes a help center for mental health related concerns, fact sheets, advocacy news, publication listings and referrals to psychologists and other organizations. Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association DRADA?s mission is to alleviate the suffering arising from depression and manic depression by assisting self-help groups, providing education and information, and lending support to research programs. Their web site includes information on support groups, research studies, membership, research reports and book reviews. An order form and information on books and videos sold by the organization is also on-line. Freedom from Fear Freedom from Fear (FFF) is a national non-profit mental health advocacy association whose mission is to aid and counsel individuals and their families who suffer from anxiety and depressive illnesses. FFF has developed an anxiety and depression screening program with a free consultation from a health care professional, which is available on-line through their web site. FFF also sponsors National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day, a free, anonymous, mental health screening program for the general public. Their web site includes information on their programs, publications, support networks and educational fact sheets on anxiety disorders and depression. International Association of Psycho-Social Rehabilitation Services IAPSRS is dedicated to promoting, supporting, and strengthening community-oriented rehabilitation services and resources for persons with psychiatric disability. Their web site has detailed information on memberships, publications and programs. IAPSRS also provides referrals to local treatment programs and residential programs. National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD) NARSAD is an organization which was formed from four major citizens' groups (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, National Mental Health Association, National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association and the Schizophrenia Research Foundation) in 1986. NARSAD raises and distributes funds for scientific research into the causes, cures and treatments, and prevention of severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and depression. Their web site includes information on their educational materials, mailing list, grants, and Infoline (a service that provides referrals, answers questions and sends free materials on psychiatric illnesses.) National Association of Social Workers The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a membership organization of professional social workers that works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. Their web site includes information on membership, publications, educational programs, advocacy efforts, and a chapter directory. National Depressive and Manic Depressive Association (NDMDA) NDMDA aids in the development and support of self-help groups across the country. They produce a quarterly newsletter, Outreach, and educational materials with up-to-the-minute information about depression and manic depression. Their web site includes an on-line bookstore with a wide variety of books and videotapes and a listing of support groups across the nation. National Foundation for Depressive Illness The National Foundation for Depressive Illness educates the public and professionals through outreach programs and provides information about the symptoms of depressive illness through a national "800" number, as well as follow up information and medical referrals. Campaign for America?s Mental Health The Campaign is a program of the National Mental Health Association, and carries out screenings and public education through partnerships with 24 national organizations and their affiliates. Their web site contains fact sheets and information on depression and specific populations, information on depression screenings and treatment, and offers free brochures and information through a toll-free phone line. Screening for Mental Health, Inc. Screening for Mental Health, Inc. (formerly The National Mental Illness Screening Project is a nonprofit organization developed to coordinate nationwide mental health screening programs and to ensure cooperation, professionalism, and accountability in mental illness screenings. Their web site has detailed information on their screening days and programs, which include: National Alcohol Screening Day, National Anxiety Disorder Screening Day, National Depression Screening Day, National Eating Disorders Screening Program, Interactive Telephone Screening Programs, and a Suicide Education and Research Division. 18-9c American Managed Behavioral Healthcare Association The American Managed Behavioral Healthcare Association (AMBHA) is a non-profit trade association representing the nation?s leading managed behavioral healthcare organizations. The Association?s primary objectives are to: promote accountability of health plans; manage behavioral healthcare organizations and providers through performance measurement; promote nondiscriminatory coverage of mental illness and substance use disorders in health benefits; and, support meaningful consumer rights and protections. American Psychiatric Association The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society of physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance use disorders. Several informational fact sheets are available on-line, as well as information on publications, membership, programs and advocacy efforts. American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization which represents psychology in the United States. APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. Their web site includes a Help Center for mental health related concerns, fact sheets, advocacy news, publications listings and referrals to psychologist and other organizations. National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression NARSAD is an organization which was formed from four major citizens' groups (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, National Mental Health Association, National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association and the Schizophrenia Research Foundation) in 1986. NARSAD raises and distributes funds for scientific research into the causes, cures and treatments, and prevention of severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and depression. Their web site includes information on their educational materials, mailing list, grants, and Infoline (a service that provides referrals, answers questions and sends free materials on psychiatric illnesses.) Schizophrenics Anonymous Schizophrenics Anonymous (S.A.) is a self-help support group for persons with schizophrenia or related disorders. It is organized and managed by persons with the illness. S.A. groups exist across the United States and abroad. Materials regarding S.A., the group development process, local chapters, and schizophrenia is available upon request and on the web site. National Alliance for the Mentally Ill/ PACT program The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill is a grassroots, self-help and family advocacy organization solely dedicated to improving the lives of people with severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic depression), major depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and panic disorder. Information on the PACT program, support groups, membership, NAMI?s helpline, and mental health information is available on their web site. National Association of Social Workers The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a membership organization of professional social workers that works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. Their web site includes information on membership, publications, educational programs, advocacy efforts, and a chapter directory. National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare The mission of the National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare is to champion opportunities that advance members' ability to deliver proactive and holistic healthcare services and is dependent on individual members actualizing this mission through learning and the sharing of knowledge. They provide information, educational resources, training, consulting, and other forms of technical assistance. National Institute of Mental Health The mission of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is to diminish the burden of mental illness through research. This public health mandate demands that they harness powerful scientific tools to achieve better understanding, treatment and, eventually prevention of mental illness. The web site includes information aimed toward the public, members of the research community, and health practitioners. Their ?For the Public? web page includes fact sheets on mental illnesses, statistics, clinical trials and research information, and informational materials in Spanish. National Mental Health Association/ Partners in Community Access to Recovery and Empowerment Partners in C.A.R.E. addresses the treatment needs of individuals with schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses. Partners in C.A.R.E. helps individuals and organizations in selected communities advocate for the introduction of community-based services. The initiative provides technical assistance and materials to educate political, business, and civic leaders and help communities identify gaps in the existing services for people with serious mental illnesses. Their web site also contains fact sheets on schizophrenia and community-based care. National Research and Training Center on Psychiatric Disability The National Research and Training Center provide technical assistance, research and consultation services, as well as information and referral. A publications catalog is also available. 18-9d Anxiety Disorders Association of America (ADAA) The ADAA promotes the prevention and cure of anxiety disorders and works to improve the lives of all people who suffer from them. The association is made up of professionals who conduct research and treat anxiety disorders and individuals who have a personal or general interest in learning more about such disorders. Their web site contains information on membership, anxiety disorders, and consumer and professional resources. American Managed Behavioral Healthcare Association (AMHBA) The American Managed Behavioral Healthcare Association (AMBHA) is a non-profit trade association representing the nation?s leading managed behavioral healthcare organizations. The Association?s primary objectives are to: promote accountability of health plans; manage behavioral healthcare organizations and providers through performance measurement; promote nondiscriminatory coverage of mental illness and substance use disorders in health benefits; and, support meaningful consumer rights and protections. American Psychiatric Association The American Psychiatric Association is a medical specialty society of physicians who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses and substance use disorders. Several informational fact sheets are available online, as well as information on publications, membership, programs and advocacy efforts. American Psychological Association The American Psychological Association (APA) is a professional organization which represents psychology in the United States. APA works to advance psychology as a science, a profession, and a means of promoting human welfare. Their web site includes a help center for mental health related concerns, fact sheets, advocacy news, publication listings and referrals to psychologists and other organizations. Freedom from Fear Freedom from Fear (FFF) is a national non-profit mental health advocacy association whose mission is to aid and counsel individuals and their families who suffer from anxiety and depressive illnesses. FFF has developed an anxiety and depression screening program with a free consultation from a health care professional, which is available on-line through their web site. FFF also sponsors National Anxiety Disorders Screening Day, a free, anonymous, mental health screening program for the general public. Their web site also includes information on their programs, publications, support networks and educational fact sheets on anxiety disorders and depression. National Alliance for Research on Schizophrenia and Depression (NARSAD) NARSAD is an organization which was formed from four major citizens' groups (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, National Mental Health Association, National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association and the Schizophrenia Research Foundation) in 1986. NARSAD raises and distributes funds for scientific research into the causes, cures and treatments, and prevention of severe mental illness, primarily schizophrenia and depression. Their web site includes information on their educational materials, mailing list, grants, and Infoline (a service that provides referrals, answers questions and sends free materials on psychiatric illnesses.) National Association of Social Workers The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is a membership organization of professional social workers that works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. Their web site includes information on membership, publications, educational programs, advocacy efforts, and a chapter directory. National Mental Health Association The Campaign is a program of the National Mental Health Association, and carries out screenings and public education through partnerships with 24 national organizations and their affiliates. Their web site contains fact sheets and information on mental illnesses and specific populations, information on screenings and treatment, and offers free brochures and information through a toll-free phone line. National Technical Assistance Center for State Mental Health Planning NTAC provides on-site technical assistance to individual states and regions on all issues of importance to mental health planning, service delivery, and evaluation. NTAC's web site includes news and information about its technical assistance and training activities, posts information about its meeting materials, research and publications, and offers key players in the mental health community the opportunity to share ideas and experiences around state mental health planning. |
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