Tag: Advocacy

Knowledge Base (Individuals+Families)

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What are common examples of parity violations?
How do I get insurance to cover mental health and substance use disorder treatment?
Centers for Independent Living Fact Sheets
What interventions address stigma in addictions?
What is person-first language and why is it important?
What is the right language to use when talking about individuals who have SMI?
Where can I find basic information about serious mental illness (SMI) to share with family members, friends, or my mental health providers?
How does the peer specialist balance creating a sense of safety and working towards the best outcomes for all when other members of the team will make the final decisions about involuntary treatment, including that if they are placed on an involuntary hold or arrested they may be handcuffed?
How can I help people use language that decreases stigma around serious mental illness?
What should I know about a new diagnosis of bipolar disorder, major depression, or schizophrenia?