"There has been significant progress in treatment options for mental illness to support recovery, but for every individual, each option requires careful assessment of benefits and risks."

"Hearts and Minds will empower people to minimize and manage health risks to support wellness and recovery," Duckworth said.

"Strong partnerships can create new resources and opportunities to help people with mental illness live full and productive lives," said Andy Sekel, executive vice president, OptumHealth. "We are proud to sponsor NAMI's 'Hearts and Minds' education program because it bridges mental and physical health to address the needs of the whole person."

"Persons with mental illnesses deserve to live a full and healthy life," said Steven A. Schroeder, M.D., director of the Smoking Cessation Leadership Center. "At present, far too many compromise that opportunity because they smoke cigarettes, are overweight and don't get sufficient exercise."

"'Hearts and Minds' includes a timely video that provides helpful suggestions for how to attain wellness. It should be watched by all persons affected by mental illness, including family members and other loved ones."

SOURCE National Alliance on Mental Illness