SMI Adviser 1.4

Submit questions, access resources, and receive guidance from national experts in Severe Mental Illness (SMI).

Our mission is to promote the utilization of a person-centered approach to care that ensures individuals with SMI receive the necessary treatment and support. For healthcare providers, we provide access to education, data, and consultations to facilitate evidence-based treatment decisions. For individuals, families, caregivers, or anyone seeking information related to SMI, we offer access to resources and insights from a nationwide network of experts. SMI Adviser is financially supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and managed by the American Psychiatric Association (APA).

Funding for this initiative was made possible in part by SAMHSA Grant No. 1H79SM080818-01. The opinions expressed in written materials, conferences, presentations, or discussions do not necessarily represent the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services. Reference to specific products, trade names, or organizations does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

• SMI Adviser serves as a general educational resource for informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical advice for the care of an individual patient or as a standard of care statement. The information provided may not encompass all potential treatments available. The content and activities offered through SMI Adviser should not be viewed as a basis for prescribing medications or determining treatment courses. SMI Adviser does not aim to replace independent professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. It does not endorse specific pharmaceuticals or treatments as suitable for particular patients or conditions.
• Consult a physician or qualified healthcare practitioner for treatment suggestions or clarifications on medical conditions. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it due to information on SMI Adviser. The platform is provided "as-is" and does not guarantee absolute accuracy, completeness, or timeliness. APA makes no explicit or implicit warranties about the precision, application, suitability, completeness, or reliability of the information within SMI Adviser.
• APA does not assume liability for any injuries or damages resulting from the use of SMI Adviser or any errors or omissions contained therein. To review the limitations applicable to the consultation feature in SMI Adviser, visit: Consultation Limitations