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The Division of Mental Health Services (DMHS) serves adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses. Central to the Division's mission is the fact that individuals are entitled to dignified and meaningful lives.

Reporting Concerns About Patient Care & Safety in the State Hospitals

Postpartum Depression

The Department of Health and Senior Services' (DOHSS) website has information and resources for women and their families.

Governor's Council on Mental Health Stigma

In November of 2004, then Acting Governor Richard J. Codey signed the executive order that created the Governor's Task Force on Mental Health. This task force was formed to rigorously investigate New Jersey's mental health system and develop solutions to the obstacles that currently face those with mental illness and their families. One of the recommendations of the Task Force was the establishment of the Governor's Council on Mental Health Stigma.

Heat Warnings for Psychotropic Medication Users

A brochure is available to users of psychotropic medications in English or Spanish.

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