Psychiatric Survivor Movement

The Psychiatric Survivor Movement is a grassroots advocacy group formed by individuals who have experienced mental health treatment, particularly those who have faced involuntary hospitalization, stigma, or other negative aspects of psychiatric care. This movement seeks to empower survivors, promote their rights, and challenge the mental health system to be more humane and respectful. Advocates work to change perceptions about mental illness, highlight personal narratives, and push for alternatives to traditional psychiatric treatments, emphasizing recovery and self-determination. The movement ultimately aims to ensure that individuals have a voice in their mental health care and decision-making processes.