[…] of depression. Here we discuss a few of the questions people with mental health conditions ask about romantic relationships. Should I Tell My Partner? Because of the stigma and misunderstandings surrounding mental illness, many people are reluctant to tell their partners. You may think that “what they don’t know won’t hurt them.” If you […]
[…] Smoking tobacco may decrease the effectiveness of some psychiatric medications, and you might need a higher dosage to achieve the same level of therapeutic benefit Social isolation, stigma and negative self-image Some of these harmful effects decrease immediately when you stop smoking, and the improvements add up over time. Coughing and shortness of breath are […]
[…] a full life with bipolar disorder. Tune in to hear about Gabe’s firsthand experience living with bipolar disorder, and how he has worked to reduce mental health stigma. We’ll also touch on topics such as the evolving conversation surrounding mental health, how best to support those living with bipolar disorder and how we hold […]
#NotAlone Conversation with Kendall Toole and Snake Sabo – Part 1 #NotAlone Conversation with Kendall Toole and Snake Sabo discussing breaking the stigma, self-exploration, and anxiety.
[…] Health Advocacy For Her Daughter When Joseline Castaños’s daughter was hospitalized for a suicide attempt, she vowed to fight for her and find the right care. The stigma surrounding mental health in the Hispanic/Latinx community and the scarcity of culturally competent care were two of the biggest barriers she faced. Through NAMI, she found […]
NAMI Man: My Mental Health Superpower A superhero origin story with a mental health KAPOW! From the depths of despair to recovery, how NAMI Man, a.k.a. Nick Emeigh, found his superpower and launched his quest to end stigma.
Rachna Iyer Palm: Empowering Her South Asian Community Rachna Iyer Palm’s journey from stigma to empowerment in the South Asian community. For Rachna, growing up in India meant that her family's mental health struggles were kept silent and their conditions untreated. Rachna shares her story of awakening and her journey to become an advocate […]
[…] show where we discuss our mental health over time. Today's episode features Naomi Mizushima. Listen in as she shares her experience with PTSD, suppressing emotion, and cultural stigma in the Asian community. In this ongoing series, we will meet a slew of NAMI members and partners, sharing their struggles and triumphs. Real, raw and […]
[…] caretakers and supporters, and each of these experiences have valid insight to share. In this episode, The Expert is In: Part 1, we listen in as NAMI ambassador Brittany McGowan and Tina Cruickshank discuss learning the difference between “feeling depressed” and depression, Tina’s mental health journey with multiple diagnoses, and the stigma surrounding mental illness.
[…] Black community and take it right on up to the pulpit. From the trauma of racism to the alarming increase in suicide among Black youth and the stigma that stands in the way of life-saving mental health awareness and support, these messengers of hope are raising their voices to help individuals, families and their […]
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