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The National Institute of Mental Health Strategic Plan

Director's Message

This Plan is our commitment to accelerate the pace of scientific progress and fuel the transformation of mental health care. Read More...

Introduction

The Plan is a broad roadmap for the Institute’s research priorities over the next 5 years, from basic science of the brain and behavior, to public health impact. Read More...

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Strategic Objective 1: Define the Mechanisms of Complex Behaviors

Objective 1

Define the Mechanisms of Complex Behaviors
Strategic Objective 2: Chart Mental Illness Trajectories To Determine When, Where, and How to Intervene

Objective 2

Chart mental illness trajectories to determine when, where, and how to intervene
Strategic Objective 3: Strive for Prevention and Cures

Objective 3

Strive for prevention and cures
Strategic Objective 4: Strengthen the Public Health Impact of NIMH-Supported Research

Objective 4

Strengthen the public health impact of NIMH-supported research