The American Brain Coalition (ABC) is a nonprofit organization comprised of the United States’ leading professional neurological, psychological, and psychiatric associations and patient organizations. Together, they seek to advance the understanding of the functions of the brain, and to reduce the burden of brain disorders through public education and advocacy.
With an established presence in Washington, DC, ABC is a strong and powerful voice for the 100 million people living with disabling brain disorders, bringing together organizations that represent concerned and interested patients, families, and professionals. This voice is used to advocate for increased support of research that leads to better treatment; services and support that improves patients’ quality of life; as well as a national commitment towards finding cures for individuals with disabling neurological and psychiatric disorders.