September 2020 | NAMI

5 Common Myths About Suicide Debunked

Suicide is a topic that is surrounded by falsehoods and stigma. Here are some of the most harmful suicide myths debunked.

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Responding to Crisis: The Crisis Living Room

A crisis living room is a small house open to the public that caters to people who need treatment for their mental illness. 

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The Importance of Accepting Help

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My Spiral out of Reality

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What Safety Means as a Trauma Survivor

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A New Treatment Option for Major Depressive Disorder

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When Someone is Suicidal, Choose Support — Not Guilt

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How to Be with Sadness

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Tips for Getting an Insurer to Cover Mental Health Treatment

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Suicide Prevention: Saving Lives Now and Beyond

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Making the Most of a Psych Ward Stay: Strategies from a Psychiatric Nurse

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My Friend Is Suicidal: What Should I Do?

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