Family advocacy groups work with people with mental illness, their families, and the community to promote public awareness and improve access to treatment programs, as well as social, health care, and legal services. They also may help those who believe a family member may have a mental disorder identify the problem as soon as possible and assist them in finding appropriate help. In addition, family advocacy groups may offer programs to enhance family members’ coping skills and alleviate the underlying causes of stress within the family. Other services offered by family advocacy groups may include providing education and services to families about specific mental disorders.