A CLINICAL SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR SERIOUS MENTAL ILLNESS (SMI)

Learn about the people, vision and mission that drive this initiative

Our Vision

Our Vision

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Our Mission

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What Is Serious Mental Illness?
Serious Mental Illness (SMI) is defined as someone over the age of 18 who has (or had within the past year) a diagnosable mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder that causes serious functional...
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Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, & More
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that is often misunderstood and even mistaken for other illnesses. Here’s what you need to know about bipolar disorder.
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Schizophrenia: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, & More
Within the group of mental illnesses, schizophrenia can be one of the most debilitating if a person does not receive treatment. In addition, there are...
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Major Depressive Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, & More
Major Depression is a common mental illness that can be debilitating without treatment. Here’s what you need to know about major depression.
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To learn more about serious mental illness, explore the topics above.

Transform

How SMI CAL Adviser Transforms Care

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Supports real-world clinical practice with education, evidence, and consultations.

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Answers questions about evidence-based screening and treatments. It supports their use as part of best practice care plans.

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Involves all persons in the conversation about care. Content and answers have input from clinical experts, peers, families, and those receiving care.

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Provides answers on all facets of SMI and directs everyone to the resources and support they may need.

A Powerful Partnership

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The APA leads a broad team of experts and organizations who work on the project. This team includes experts in:

  • iconClinical Treatment
  • iconInstructional Design
  • iconPeer Support
  • iconTechnology
  • iconRecovery
  • iconMarketing
  • iconPatient and Family Engagement

10.8 Million Visits

People with SMI make more than 10.8 million
visits to emergency departments each year