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Challenging Stereotypes: An Action Guide
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Center for Mental Health Services
www.samhsa.gov
Acknowledgements:
Disclaimer
The content of this publication does not necessarily reflect the
views or policies of the Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS),
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
(SAMHSA), or the Department of Health and Human Services.
Note on Language
Emerging concepts in mental health require a vocabulary that
accommodates change. The goal of this guide is language that is
flexible and accessible to the general public.
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February 2001
DHHS Publication No. (SMA) 01-3513
Table of Contents
- Foreword
- Introduction
- We Must Speak Out!
- Seven Steps to Effective Letters
- Examples of Actual Letters
- Information You Can Use in Letters
- Delivering Your Message
- How to Find National and Local Media Addresses
- Useful Media Directories
- Lists of Key Media Sources
- For More Information
- Organizations
- Web Sites
- Researchers
- Books
- Conclusion
- Sources
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