who runs it
Organizations running this strategy · 6
what it looks like in practice
Activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Providing therapy access support for children affected by parental loss or divorce REPRIEVE FOR FAMILIES INCdirect serviceOffers guidance, case management, and financial assistance to help children affected by parental loss or divorce access therapeutic services.
- Provides clinical services to children SUMMIT CHILDREN'S RESIDENCE CTR INCdirect serviceOffers clinical services specifically for children, as reported in IRS Form 990 filings.
- Advocating for mental health awareness and treatment access NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONadvocacyAdvocates for increased awareness and access to care for conditions like hoarding disorder and promotes normalization of mental health treatment as part of overall brain health.
- Conducting and disseminating targeted neuroscience research NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONresearchConducts and funds specific research projects on depression, autism, PTSD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use disorders, and related conditions, resulting in peer-reviewed findings such as RNA-based therapies, modified LSD analogs, transcranial ultrasound therapy, and discoveries in neuronal regulation of feeding behavior.
- Distributing public-facing mental health information and resources NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONdirect servicePublishes Brain & Behavior Magazine and provides educational resources on child and adolescent mental health, holiday stress, screen use, and other practical topics to support families and individuals affected by mental illness.
- Facilitating scientific peer review and grant oversight NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONcapacity buildingEmploys a Scientific Council of 191 experts to evaluate and recommend funding for research grant applications, ensuring scientific rigor and innovation in funded projects.
- Funding mental health research through competitive grant programs NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONresearchAwarded over $476 million in research grants to support more than 6,886 projects led by over 5,731 scientists globally, including funding for early-career and senior-level researchers. The grants have generated over $4.6 billion in follow-on research funding.
- Hosting and disseminating scientific research symposia and webinars NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONcapacity buildingOrganizes the annual International Mental Health Research Symposium and hosts scientific webinars featuring researchers, with recordings made publicly available to broaden access to cutting-edge findings in brain and behavior science.
- Providing expert commentary on brain health and behavior NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONadvocacyOffers expert insights on the neuroscience of behavior change, realistic goal-setting, and mental well-being to support public understanding of brain health.
- Providing public education on mental health through media NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONadvocacyProduces and broadcasts the public television program “Healthy Minds with Dr. Jeffrey Borenstein” on PBS, educating the public about mental health, reducing stigma, and promoting help-seeking behavior.
- Publishing annual reports and research advancements NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONresearchProduces an annual report and booklet highlighting research advances, innovations, and grantees supported by the organization, including breakthroughs in optogenetics, brain stimulation, and rapid-acting antidepressants.
- Supporting early-career scientists in mental health research NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONresearchFunded over $10 million in Young Investigator Grants to support early-career scientists conducting innovative research in brain and behavior, with annual publications highlighting grantees and their work.
- Supporting senior-level scientists in neurobiological and behavioral research NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR RESEARCH ON SCHIZOPHRENIA AND DEPRESSIONresearchAwarded $1 million Distinguished Investigator Grants annually to 10 senior-level scientists for advanced research in neurobiological and behavioral science.
- Support for children with mental health issues RAD SURF AND BOARD CORPdirect serviceProvides direct support services for children experiencing mental health challenges.
- Providing family counseling services HUMAN INTERACTION FOUNDATIONdirect serviceOffers counseling to support family well-being and address family crises.
- Providing professional learning and training in early childhood mental health COLLABORATIONS FOR GROWTH INCcapacity buildingOffers training and professional development programs focused on early childhood mental health and education for individuals working with vulnerable children, caregivers, and service providers.