Professional education is a critical
component to the process of knowledge dissemination that places research into
practice and ensures that each medical, psychiatric and mental health
professional has the most up-to-date tools possible to provide optimum care.
Currently, SMH professional activities occur in several areas:
Professional education opportunities and materials are designed to enhance the
delivery of SMH programs and provide mental health and medical professionals
with information that will improve the identification and treatment of
individuals with mental illness and substance abuse problems.
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