ADHD & Bipolar: Signs at a Young Age Tessa Brooks shares her mental health journey as a child and young adult experiencing early signs of ADHD and bipolar. Learn about her journey to an accurate diagnosis, recovery, and finding support and chosen family in the NAMI community.
ADHD Awareness Week, Oct. 14-20, is a time to take stock of what we know about attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is one of the most common mental health conditions in children. Although it is often thought of as primarily existing in children, much has ...
The National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI ) has launched a new, interactive, online resource center to support children and adults living with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Being a parent of a child living with ADHD brings its own set of challenges. Russell Barkley offers some advice for parents in his new book.
ADHD is a developmental disorder defined by inattention (trouble staying on task, listening); disorganization (losing materials); and hyperactivity-impulsivity (fidgeting, difficulty staying seated or waiting).
When you hear of people living with ADHD, is your first thought of a child struggling to sit still in a classroom? Probably. But while hyperactivity usually diminishes, inattentiveness and impulsiveness will likely persist into adulthood. It’s a common misconception that A...
Sometimes it can be a challenge to find the silver lining—especially when it comes to mental health. When you’re experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition, it’s only natural to view them in a negative light. But that’s not always the only available perspective....
More than three-fourths of adults who had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD ) as children, still experience symptoms—and no matter the setting, it’s a challenge every day. Starting from childhood, it’s critical for school counselors to use evidence-base...
It seems like kids today are not as good at concentration as we might remember being at their age. If your child seems to be having trouble focusing or finishing simple tasks without getting distracted, you may be wondering if it’s because of a mental health condition, suc...
Atomoxetine is a prescription medication that is used to treat individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Guanfacine is a non-stimulant prescription medication that is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in individuals between 6 and 17 years of age.
I live with severe depression and anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and borderline personality disorder. Out of all of them, BPD affects my life the most.
When COVID-19 surged across the world, it exposed flaws in various systems and sparked the need for change. My life became impacted in a similar (but much smaller) manner. I am a recent college graduate, who prides myself on leadership involvement in several extra-curricu...
A groundbreaking report from the CDC sheds light on children living with mental disorders.
I have ADHD, anxiety, OCD and a tic disorder. But none of them rule my life. Most importantly, I am no longer a prisoner to panic attacks.
Over time I have learned more about my mental health conditions. Each day that I struggle, I also learn that I’m beautiful, strong and will persevere.
My first episodes of skin picking, or dermatillomania , began at the age of 13. I went straight for the little bumps on my arms, above the elbows. I searched and destroyed. It was a little bit like popping bubble wrap – just one bubble wasn’t enough. The skin picking go...
The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) is protesting a recent Congressional hearing held on "Behavioral Drug Use in Schools" for presenting a "skewed, inflammatory perspective" on issues surrounding the roles and responsibilities of parents, physicians and schools...
Below are more resources to help you run your club. Please let your NSO/NA contacts know if there are additional resources that your club could use to successfully raise awareness and provide support on campus. NAMI Resources Infographics Fact sheets on mental h...