Determine the number of people who live productively with mental illness. Methodologies developed by the World Health Organization for the study of chronic diseases might be useful. Explore ways of examining the treatment of persons with mental illness in the military. The Veterans Administration is considering related issues. Develop creative ways of disseminating information.
Groups vary in terms of their self-help behaviors.
The faith community, for example, may be the only means of reaching some people with mental illness. Examine issues related to employment for persons with mental illness. Such issues include the impact of the Ticket to Work legislation, supported employment, the effectiveness of state vocational rehabilitation programs, and parity. Establish a system whereby such programs can receive a seal of approval.