For information on federal policies visit the National Advocacy Resource Center.
For information on the national Stigma Watch program visit: http://www.nmha.org/newsroom/stigma/
Federal Advocacy
Mental Health America of San Diego County supports local, state and federal advocacy programs.
In addition to political advocacy the MHA also works hard to erase stigma. Stigma, ignorance,
denial and other factors affecting clients, family members and professionals prevent treatment of an
estimated 50% of mental disorders. MHA must educate parents, teachers, physicians, employers
and others so that all mental disorders are recognized.
State Advocacy
For information on state public policy issues visit http://www.mhac.org/policies.htm
To help the state of California advocate for a priority status for community based mental health
care, visit The New Legislative Advocacy Center For Mental Health. |
