About Us

The SAMHSA ADS Center provides information and advice on countering discrimination and stigma associated with mental illness. It has the support and input of experts on this topic.

The SAMHSA ADS Center provides:

• Information about what works to reduce stigma and discrimination.
• Training and technical assistance to help create anti-discrimination and anti-stigma initiatives.
• Information about and how to connect with effective campaigns and programs that already are in place.
• Information about available publications, events, research and issues of relevance regarding discrimination and stigma.
• A comprehensive bibliography of literature addressing discrimination and stigma.
• Resources and information about the unique needs of special populations such as as: children, older adults, and racial and gender minorities as well as information for employers, realtors/landlords, medical providers, educators, faith groups, policy makers, and the media.
• Information on the rights of people who have mental illnesses.

The ADS Center's staff is available by phone, mail, and e-mail to provide counsel and assistance.

The ADS Center is a program of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Mental Health Services.