[…] people with psychosis to show how this three-dimensional approach (experiencing reality, self-identity and relationships) can help us meet many of the serious challenges we face today, including suicide, violence, substance abuse, poverty and homelessness, family relationships and employment. It also describes a variety of programs that focus on person-centered recovery that exist primarily on […]
[…] can rely on to get me through my darkest times. Every day seems to bring another tragedy plastered across the news channels and mental illness and teen suicide are on the rise. The one thing that continues to not only survive, but thrive, is music — which is why it needs to be recognized […]
I have found a healthy balance of my support systems: faith, therapeutic intervention, family and humor.
Alters can have their own unique identities with different genders, goals, beliefs and roles.
I believe providers need to do a better job of helping people build fulfilling lives.
[…] worked with other national partners to ensure that the program was reauthorized, securing funding for this program and expanding the types of issues JMHCP can address, like suicide in jails and leveraging 988 as a resource for justice diversion. Passage of the Law Enforcement De-escalation Training Act It is important that law enforcement has […]
[…] even this strict schedule could not solve all my problems. One day, my perfectly-designed system broke down, and I ended up in the hospital recovering from a suicide attempt. After a long and painful struggle to manage my own emotions, I decided to try therapy. I sought out treatment and brought on a psychiatrist […]
I write not only for myself but for those who cannot tell their own stories.
[…] fought successfully for mental health parity laws, mental health care reform, expanded coverage through the Affordable Care Act and 988 (the three-digit number to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline). We have made tremendous progress to ensure that people with mental health conditions receive the care they need, but our work is far […]
This upbringing ultimately took a serious toll on my mental health and pushed me to search for a community of my own.
NAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “NAMI” to 62640, or email. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).
