George W. Bush established The New Freedom Commission on Mental Health, which mandated a comprehensive study of mental health in the US.
Statewide consumer networks become more numerous and relevant
Employers begin integrating knowledge of mental health conditions
Behavioral Health services begin recognizing the need for shared decision-making in Peer Support, which has transformed to include Recovery Oriented Systems of Care.
Recovery Oriented Systems of care have gained traction and are the foundation of Peer Support theory and practice.