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.
DSM-5 and Psychosis: Hopes and Limitations
5/17/2013
With does the release of a new version of the
DSM, mean for the future of diagnosing mental illness?
A Shared Journey
5/17/2013
Max Maddox and his mother Kathy Brandt weave together a beautiful and hopeful narrative describing his experience with bipolar disorder.
First Episode Podcasts
5/16/2013
NAMI Podcasts Episode 1: Introduction to NAMI and the Podcast Series
NFL Players May Be More Likely to Develop Depression as they Age, Study finds
5/14/2013
A recent study shows former professional football players are more likely to develop cognitive impairment and depression as they grow older.
NAMI Introduces Early Psychosis and Recovery Podcast Series
5/14/2013
Facing psychosis is a difficult challenge. NAMI has developed a podcast series providing key information to help individuals understand the issues.
NAMI Honors Exemplary Psychiatrists for "Going the Extra Mile" for Mental Health Care
5/13/2013
NAMI will honor 20 doctors as "Exemplary Psychiatrists" at the American Psychiatric Association's (APA) annual conference in San Francisco on May 20, 2013.
NAMI Has ‘Got You Covered!’
5/10/2013
NAMI's new website can help you understand health insurance changes that will be happening in the coming years.
Got You Covered
5/10/2013
Learn all about the new health care law and what that means for getting health insurance coverage.
2013 Convention Registration
5/10/2013
Early registration discounts are still available. Register by May 31 for the Early Bird rate and save!
How I Put the Happy in Mother’s Day
5/10/2013
It's been over 10 years since her son was diagnosed with schizophrenia. This is what Mother's Day means to Dawn Brown.
It's Time
5/09/2013
NAMI will honor 20 doctors as "Exemplary Psychiatrists" for NAMI's annual Exemplary Psychiatrist Awards.
Singing Out for Kid's Mental Health
5/07/2013
During National Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, Congress and pop culture converged to raise awareness for mental illness.
Helping Someone When They Don't Know How to Get Help
5/06/2013
NAMIBikes rider Eric Ward was down and almost out. Then his therapist went above and beyond the call.
Faith and Spirituality Beneficial in Treatment, Study Finds
5/03/2013
A new study has found that people who believe in a higher power are more responsive to short-term treatment of depression.
Guns and Mental Health Care: Finding the Right Solutions
5/03/2013
With Congress at a standstill, what lies ahead in the relationship between guns and mental health?
Sharing Life through Poetry
5/01/2013
NAMI asked its Facebook page followers to submit haikus during National Poetry Month. Here are the winners.
Depression Risk Factor Can Be "Contagious," Study Finds
4/30/2013
A new study shows that negative thoughts of students vulnerable to depression can increase the likelihood that their roommates will also experience depression.
Finding the Silver Lining
4/27/2013
David O. Russell, the director of
Silver Linings Playbook, spoke with NAMI about the film and his personal connection with mental illness for the latest edition of the
Advocate.
NAMIBikes
4/26/2013
Fight Stigma and Ride! NAMIBikes events start this summer. Sign up at www.fightstigmaandride.com
Putting People in the Bipolar Driver’s Seat
4/26/2013
Charles Bowden, M.D., an expert on bipolar disorder, will explore the importance of partnership, self-awareness and treatment strategies at the NAMI National Convention in June.