Does the community mental health movement have the momentum needed to survive?
The current community mental health movement, struggling under the misnomer "deinstitutionalization," is a worthy effort that can succeed if given adequate support and unburdened of pessimism and scapegoating. Existing and emerging programs for the severely mentally ill have the potential for success but will require renewed commitment and advocacy on the part of mental health professionals.
D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003156:Community Mental Health Services / Q000639:trends*; D003688:Deinstitutionalization / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000639:trends*; D006077:Government Agencies; D006801:Humans; D008603:Mental Health; D008605:Mental Health Services; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D014481:United States; D000078329:Workforce