Partners in Action: Mental Health & Mental Disorders

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Partners in Action

Health Improvement Strategies Throughout Iowa.

Poor mental health and mental disorders impact thousands of Iowans each year. "Individuals, both diagnosed and undiagnosed, with mental illness are those around us – our neighbors, our friends, family and co-workers" (source). To address this priority area, organizations in Iowa are increasing access to treatment, reducing stigma and more. Read on to learn about these initiatives and to build connections with other Iowa-based organizations.

Connections to Other Plans

Local

The counties shown in yellow are working to improve Mental Health & Mental Disorders as part of their County Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). You can view each county’s plan on the Community Health Assessments & Plans website.

Mental Health and Mental Disorders CHIP Connections State Map

National

The Mental Health & Mental Disorders strategies directly relate to Healthy People 2030’s Mental Health and Mental Disorders goals and objectives.

Explore Evidence-Based Strategies

To find additional inspiration in this priority area, explore evidence-based strategies published by the Healthy People 2030 Initiative, The Community Guide, and County Health Rankings & Roadmaps.