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FRIDAY, APR 27, 2018

First report Released from the Federal 'Interdepartmental Serious Mental Illness Coordinating Committee (ISMICC)

"The Way Forward: Federal Action for a System That Works for All People Living With SMI and SED and Their Families and Caregivers" report was released to Congress this week. This mandated report details major barriers to treatment for individuals with serious mental health conditions and recommends ways to address the unmet needs of people with serious mental health conditions. 

The report presents:

  • The current status of federal activities in behavioral health
  • A summary of advances in care and treatment
  • Research and strategies to improve services for individuals with serious mental health conditions
Click here to view the report.