Serious Mental Illness
Patient Education Resources
Removing Barriers in Psychiatric Care
Stigma and a lack of understanding of mental illness and treatment presents significant barriers to patient engagement and recovery. Through on-going education, clinicians and patients can strengthen mental health literacy and foster a more compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care delivery system.
Education
Education has its own healing properties. Not only does learning strengthen your mind, it also gives the power back to you- power to confront your illness, and power to advocate for yourself in the treatment setting. When you are able to participate in the decisions about your healthcare, you become more invested in both the process and the outcomes.
