NAMI News

For almost 30 years, crisis intervention team programs have brought together police, mental health advocates and mental health professionals to change community responses to crisis situations. Learn from Major Sam Cochran about the key role these partnerships play in creating sustainable change over the long term.

In any given year, about 14 million adults in the U.S. will experience Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). That’s why we’re honored to partner with Google again to bring another screening questionnaire—often a crucial step toward getting proper diagnosis and treatment—into your hands.

On Nov. 30, NAMI released its third nationwide parity report, The Doctor is Out, which found that despite the federal parity law, people lack the same access to mental health providers as they have for other medical providers.

A report released today by NAMI reveals new information about the ongoing barriers people with mental illness experience when trying to find affordable, quality mental health care. 

Tell Congress that tax reform shouldn’t harm people with mental illness.

On Nov. 1, HealthCare.gov started its annual enrollment period for health insurance. If you don’t have coverage or you just need to renew your plan, make time to review your health plan options before Dec. 15.

On November 8, NAMI was honored as the beneficiary of 100 Women in Finance’s annual gala in New York City. The event broke their previous fundraising record and raised $2.6 million. We are extremely honored by this gift, which will dramatically change how we deliver our programs to women and their families at all levels of our alliance.

On November 8, NAMI was honored as the beneficiary of 100 Women in Finance’s annual gala in New York City. The event broke their previous fundraising record and raised $2.6 million. We are extremely honored by this gift, which will dramatically change how we deliver our programs to women and their families at all levels of our alliance.

NAMI is excited to announce our new online course for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that provides a safe way to explore whether you’d like to talk to a professional. It was created for service members and veterans, but it's helpful for anyone who has experienced a traumatic life event.

Join us on Nov. 16 at 5:00 p.m. EDT for a NAMI Ask the Doctor Webinar featuring Dr. Stephen Bartels. Register today to learn about current research on reversing health disparities in people with serious mental illness.