It is the mission of the Mental Health Special Interest Section to provide information and resources to occupational therapy practitioners in mental health practice.
Overview
Now is an extremely dramatic time in the field of mental health within the state of North Carolina. It is both challenging and exciting with all the changes that are taking place. We aim to be a forum that encourages creative approaches for discussing and responding to the issues that surround this changing workplace.
Mental Health Resources & Links
State & National
- National Institute of Mental Health
- National Mental Health Association (NMHA)
- Mental Health Association (MHA) in North Carolina
- National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors - NASMHPD
- State Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services
- National Mental Health Information Center
- The Association of Occupational Therapists in Mental Health (UK site)
- Mental Health Services in Schools
- OT’s Role in Community Mental Health per AOTA
- National Empowerment Center – a site dedicated to consumer recovery & empowerment
