National Institute of Mental Health
National Institute of Mental Health
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is a part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services dedicated to research and education on mental health and mental disorders.
Pronunciation
National Institute of Mental Health: /ˈnæʃənəl ɪnˈstɪtjuːt ɒv ˈmɛntəl hɛlθ/
Etymology
The term "National Institute of Mental Health" is derived from its function and jurisdiction. "National" refers to its operation across the entire United States, "Institute" signifies its status as a research organization, "Mental Health" indicates its focus on psychological well-being and disorders.
Overview
The NIMH was established in 1946, following the passing of the National Mental Health Act. Its mission is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure. The NIMH conducts and supports research on mental illnesses and mental health, including studies on the brain, behavior, and mental health services.
Related Terms
- Mental Health: A state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.
- Mental Disorders: Health conditions characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with distress and/or impaired functioning.
- United States Department of Health and Human Services: The U.S. government’s principal agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services.
- National Mental Health Act: An act of legislation that led to the establishment of the National Institute of Mental Health in 1946.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on National Institute of Mental Health
- Wikipedia's article - National Institute of Mental Health
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