Mental Health - Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize ($ 20,000)

The Institute of Medicine of the National Academies accepts nominations for its annual Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize. Deadline of applications is May 6, 2013. The award recognizes individuals, groups, or organizations for outstanding achievement in improving mental health and is accompanied by a medal and $ 20,000. Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat established the award in 1992 out of a commitment to improving the science base and delivery of mental health services. For the purposes of the Sarnat Prize, the field of mental health is defined broadly and includes, but is not limited to, the neurosciences, psychology, social work, public health, nursing, psychiatry, economics, law, and other disciplines, as well as perspectives from those in non-profit organizations and foundations, among others.