Montgomery, Ala. – Since 2005, ADMH has hosted the Capitol Showcase , a consumer art show at the Alabama’s State Capitol. People from around the state with mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders have their abilities showcased throughout the month of May in observance of Mental Health Month.
Montgomery, Ala. – Across the U.S. and in Alabama, there is growing concern about the unmet needs of children with serious emotional disturbance, and their families. Annually, approximately 10% of children in the United States may experience a serious emotional disturbance.
Montgomery, Ala. – Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. So much of what we do physically impacts us mentally – it’s important to pay attention to both physical health and mental health, which can help achieve overall wellness and set a person on a path to recovery.
Montgomery, Ala. – Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder in the United States. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disability that causes substantial impairments in social interaction and communication and the presence of unusual behaviors and interests.
Montgomery, Ala. – It is estimated that more than three percent of Alabamians experience a developmental disability in their lifetime , which can be manifested by substantial functional limitations, including self-care, receptive and expressive language, learning, mobility, independent living, and economic self-efficiency.
Montgomery, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Mental Health is proud to celebrate the achievement of Kim Thornberry as the 2016-2018 recipient of The American Deafness and Rehabilitation Association (ADARA) National Award for Outstanding Mental Health Services to the Deaf. This award recognizes a recipient who provides direct service and outstanding work in mental health field. Thornsberry said, “ I am deeply touched by receiving this news, knowing that my hard work is appreciated.”
Montgomery, Ala. – Co-chairs of the Alabama Opioid Overdose and Addiction Council, Attorney General Steve Marshall, Commissioner Lynn Beshear of the Alabama Department of Mental Health, and Acting State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris, today announced the issuance of the Council’s formal report of its findings.
Madison, Ala. – The Arc of Madison County, an advocacy program for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, was chosen as one of ten programs in the nation to participate in a National Provider Transformation Network Project.