NAMI Blog

"To my pleasant surprise, telling my story was an amazing benefit for my career. It became an issue that my constituents knew I could speak about with the credibility of someone with lived experience."

Going home for the holidays may sound comforting and fun for some, but for others it can create a lot of stress or even be triggering. If you are worried about how the holidays with family will affect your mental health, here are a few things to keep in mind. 

Neglecting your mental health can be easy, especially since it’s not something we are always taught or reminded to prioritize. However, taking a step back and examining your mental health is key to your overall health. 

Mental health problems among college students are on the rise. If you are a parent of a college student, here are a few steps you can take to support your child's mental health. 

Learn the common reactions that can be harmful to someone experienceing a mental health problem and the responses to use instead.

"I honestly never thought I’d be open about my derealization and depersonalization. It took me a long time to reveal it. Once I finally did, I realized there are millions of others who experience the same frightening feelings."

Of all the things on your holiday preparation to-do list, the most critical one is maintaining your mental health, especially for those who live with mental illness. 

If you are a loved one or a caregiver of someone with mental illness, taking care of your own mental health is essential. Not only for yourself, but to set an example for your loved one that mental health is a priority. 

It can be incredibly difficult for a parent to learn that their child lives with mental illness, even for someone in the mental health field already. Read Jay's journey of accepting his children's conditions and helping them towards recovery.

Family relationships are sometimes responsible for life’s biggest conflicts. They’re often complicated and can span decades. Family therapy is a safe place to work through negative feelings and move forward.