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July / August 2008 The Politics of Mental Illness, Volume , Issue
photo The Politics of Mental Illness: Related Content and Reports


Media and Madness

For better and worse, the news media and entertainment industry shape public opinion about mental illness.

A Professor's Story

Going public about mental illness is not like revealing any other kind of disease.

Combat Fatigue

As returning veterans suffer post-traumatic stress disorder in record numbers, a controversial new drug is being tested that would dampen their memories.

A Worthy Diversion

Pennsylvania has developed a model program to keep offenders with mental illness out of the criminal-justice system.

Finding Funding

States should link mental-health funding to dedicated revenue sources independent of the political whims of legislators. Here are some creative examples.

Programs That Work

Clubhouses and ACT are proven successes. So why aren't they better known or funded?

Follow the Money

How shortsighted funding and reimbursement warps mental-health care in America

Mind Reading

Technological advances catapult mental health to the forefront of ethics debates.

Pushing Parity

Congress is poised to end insurance discrimination against people with mental illnesses.

What's Needed Next

An Office of National Mental Health Policy would be an important step toward completing the transformation in the care and support for people with mental illnesses.

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