Our Mission

TAC’s mission is to eliminate the barriers to timely and effective treatment of severe mental illness (SMI) through advocacy, public education, and support for individuals and families affected by SMI. 

Our SMI Community

Our treatment system for mental illness is broken. We are building a movement so our loved ones with SMI get the focus, funds, and access to evidence-based care that they deserve. There are many fronts – be a part of the movement in the way that works for you.

Learn about Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT)

Assisted outpatient treatment, or AOT, is court-supervised care designed to keep people engaged with treatment if they have previously been unable to do so. AOT can be lifesaving.

Media & News Resources

A disintegrating head silhouette symbolizing psychiatric deterioration
April 2, 2026 by TAC
Catalyst: Spring 2026

We are excited to bring you our latest issue of Catalyst, our bi-annual newsletter, with articles and information related to TAC’s work.

Catalyst Newsletter Latest News
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An icon of a brain behind the shadows of jail cell bars.
March 24, 2026 by TAC
Criminalization of SMI – Research Digest

SMI Research Digest is a monthly publication from Treatment Advocacy Center (TAC) that summarizes recently published research on topics related to severe mental illness (SMI). This month, we feature three articles about […]

Research Digest
Read Post Criminalization of SMI – Research Digest
A person sitting hunched in front of faint images of alcohol and smoke symbolizing substance use with schizophrenia
February 23, 2026 by TAC
SMI Research Digest: Treatment for Comorbid Substance Use

SMI Research Digest is a monthly publication from Treatment Advocacy Center (TAC) that summarizes recently published research on topics related to severe mental illness (SMI). This month, we feature three articles about treatment for comorbid substance use disorders among people […]

Research Digest
Read Post SMI Research Digest: Treatment for Comorbid Substance Use

Support Our Work

Make a Donation

You can support our work financially in many ways. Learn more about how your gift can help.

Become an Advocate

Join our network of advocates working within our communities to push for better SMI laws and policies.