What are the other Mental Health Advocacy Groups?
Schizophrenics AnonymousSchizophrenics Anonymous (SA) is a consumer-driven advocacy organization with more than 140 groups in the US and several overseas. The group started in Michigan in 1985 to help individuals living with schizophrenia. Its stated purpose is to.. |
Antipsychiatry CoalitionThe Antipsychiatry Coalition and Other "Survivor" Groups. Some former and current patients with mental disorders, frustrated by their personal experiences with the mental health system, refer to themselves as "survivors" rather than consumers. |
Peer AdvocacyBecause mental illnesses often leave people feeling alienated and fearful that no one understands their condition, peer advocacy can profoundly impact their lives. Such groups often give patients a sense of hope, a feeling of belonging, and even restore their sense of pride by helping them find job opportunities. |
Family AdvocacyFamily 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. |
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