bp Magazine new edition: Tackling Anger
Anger. Everyone experiences this intense emotion from time to time. It's a normal, usually healthy response to internal or external events.
But when we can't control our anger-and instead let anger control us-it can jeopardize our personal and professional relationships, which in turn deteriorates our quality of life.
Hurricane Relief Resource Guide
NAMI is providing a listing of resources for consumers and families that are affected by Hurricanes Ike & Gustav.
NAMI blog
Welcome to the NAMI blog, written by Mike Fitzpatrick, NAMI's Executive Director, and guest contributors.
NAMI Beginnings Magazine
11/19/2009
The Fall 2009 issue of NAMI Beginnings is now available for download. It focuses on integrating mental health and primary care.
Medicare Drug Benefit Update: 2010 Plan Year Enrollment Begins
11/19/2009
Open enrollment period for the Medicare Part D drug benefit for 2010 has started. Learn more about the coverage that goes into effect on Jan 1.
Survey Reveals Big Gap in Understanding of Depression
11/19/2009
View survey results, test your depression knowledge and browse expanded coverage in NAMI's new special section on depression.
Unprecedented Army Suicide Rate
11/17/2009
The 2009 Army suicide rate is expected top last year’s record high.
Senate Unveils Health Care Bill
11/16/2009
Senate Democrats have unveiled their $849 billion health care bill. Learn more today!
Survey Reveals Big Gap in Understanding of Depression
11/10/2009
Americans do not believe they know much about depression, but are highly aware of the risks of not receiving care, according to a survey released today by NAMI.
Tackling stigma from the stage
11/09/2009
bp Magazine's fall cover story takes readers behind the scenes of the Tony Award-winning show, Next to Normal, as they tackle stigma from the stage.
Tackling stigma from the stage
11/09/2009
bp Magazine's fall cover story takes readers behind the scenes of the Tony Award-winning show, Next to Normal, as they tackle stigma from the stage.
NAMI FaithNet Newsletter: November 2009
11/06/2009
In this issue: Veterans Day: Support Military Families, MIAW Changes One NAMI Advocate's Life, NAMI Wheeling Opens MIAW with Candlelight Service, The Role of Spirituality in Recovery,
Clergy and Depression, and New Book Releases
Strong in all the Broken Places: Congregations Caring for our Veterans
11/06/2009
We all have broken places in our lives, but many veteran families have special challenges to healing.
Help Expand Access to Affordable Housing
11/06/2009
NAMI is currently supporting two major housing initiatives in Congress. Learn more and take action today!
American Indian and Alaska Native Mental Health Webinar
11/05/2009
An informative discussion in honor of Native American Heritage Month 2009.
Mental Health on Campus
11/05/2009
Recent national surveys indicate that an unprecedented number of college students are requesting psychiatric help.
Clarence Jordan: Person First
11/04/2009
NAMI Board Member and Veteran Navy Pilot Clarence Jordan opens up about his experience with depression while serving in the military.
Help Expand Access to Affordable Housing
11/04/2009
NAMI is currently supporting two major initiatives in Congress; the Frank Melville Supportive Housing Investment Act of 2009 and the National Affordable Housing Trust Fund. They are designed to expand supportive housing targeted to extremely low income people with severe disabilities, including serious mental illness.
The Affordable Health Care of America Act and Health Care Reform
11/04/2009
U.S. House bill promises key components for people with mental illness. Act Now!
Support Health Care Reform – Contact Your House Member
11/02/2009
The U.S. House of Representatives will begin debate on the Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR 3962) later this week. It contains a number of critical coverage expansions and improvements critical for people living with mental illness.
NAMI Applauds Initial Review of the Affordable Health Care of America Act and Health Care Reform
10/30/2009
U.S. House bill promises key components for people with mental illness.
This Flu Season is a Good Opportunity to Practice Prevention
10/23/2009
The 2009-10 flu season is likely to be more difficult than the past few years.
NAMI Applauds NPR Story Highlighting Mental Health on Campus
10/23/2009
A recent National Public Radio show highlights the dramatic increase in the number of students with mental illness on the nation's college and university campuses.