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from DBSA's live "Ask the Doctor" chat on Wednesday, August 24, 2005.
Visit the NEW DBSA Advocacy Center
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ever wanted to know about being an advocate for mental health
issues, how to speak with your legislators, what issues are
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In Memory of Jay B. Cutler – Mental Health
Advocate
The Depression and Bipolar Support
Alliance would like to acknowledge the passing of Jay B. Cutler,
J.D. and honor his outstanding work as a dedicated mental health
advocate. As the director of government relations for the American
Psychiatric Association from 1977-2003, Cutler was instrumental in
changing the stigmas associated with mental illness and advocating
for patients rights. His tireless efforts to extended Medicare
coverage for the treatment of mental illness and provide patients
with proper medication and care laid the groundwork for many of the
current programs in place today. We were very fortunate to have
someone as passionate and dedicated as Mr. Cutler working so
diligently to ensure quality care for those living with mental
illness. He will be truly missed by DBSA and the entire mental
health community.
