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...
Despite progress, suicide rates are still unacceptably high. Suicide is currently the second most common cause of death among college students . The veteran suicide rate is 1.5 times greater than the rest of the population. First responders are more likely to die by sui...
NAMI On Campus group promotes mental health awareness in order to help end stigma. I know what stigma is, rather, I know what stigma feels like: shameful, isolated, lonely, scary and uncertain. We all have some understanding of stigma...
Forty years ago, I felt like the loneliest man on the planet. Nauseous and upset from seeing my dad, once again, an inpatient at the Northville State hospital near Detroit, I sat in my car in tears. I felt like no one understood my pain. It seemed like there was no one on e...
Suicide rates for youth have been rising for years. More than 31% of high school students have experienced a persistent feeling of sadness or hopelessness, and over 17% have seriously considered attempting suicide. This may be due to the tremendous stress they face...
Suicidal thoughts are common among teens and young adults. If we can identify and support young people who are experiencing mental health symptoms, including thinking about suicide, we have an opportunity to help prevent tragedy.
Michael J. Fitzpatrick, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness ( NAMI ) issued the following statement about President Obama’s “Plan to Protect Children and Communities from Gun Violence,” released today:
NAMI announced the nationwide expansion of their flagship teen program, Ending the Silence, due to a generous gift from Former Second Lady of the United States, Tipper Gore.
Michael J. Fitzpatrick, executive director of NAMI issued the following statement about President Obama’s “Plan to Protect Children and Communities from Gun Violence,” released today.
I have struggled with mental illness all my life, but music makes me feel better. Music has been medicine for my emotions, soul and body.
Jump To: Episode <!-- Share --> Transcript Nikki Rashes is grateful to her mother for the unending support she provided throughout Nikki’s recovery. Nikki now works for the NAMI National office as the Senior Manager of Programs and Digital Training Delivery...
My hope is that as I’m more honest with others about my depression, I’ll be able to be more honest with myself. Depression is not weakness.
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Kay Jamison a rock star in the mental health world. She may not have the same name recognition outside her area of expertise as Paul McCartney or Bruce Springsteen, but her work on bipolar disorder has helped change the way the world has come to view mental health. Often dra...
I was in the eating disorders program for eight months. I am so thankful that this program is in place. Without it, I would have never been able to fully recover.
In a typical high school classroom, three students - one boy and two girls - have attempted suicide over the past year.
Join the nation's largest gathering of mental health advocates as we share, learn and network around important mental health issues. The NAMI National Convention offers engaging presenters, thought-provoking topics, the latest updates on research and much more.
2012 Convention Presentations Saturday Workshop Educating the next generation (PPT) Affiliate Networking Session handout (Word) Affiliate Networking Session Slides (PDF) Corrections, re-entry and family involvement (PDF) Research Plenary (PDF) SAN AL ( PPT ) SAN...
NAMI Provider introduces mental health professionals to the unique perspectives of people with mental health conditions and their families. You’ll develop enhanced empathy for their daily challenges and recognize the importance of including them in all aspects of the treatmen...