Each year, NAMI presents awards to news reporters, editors and producers who have covered stories or issues about mental illness with exceptional accuracy, balance, insight, and sensitivity.
According to a recent survey, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports that approximately 24% of people with a diagnosed mental illness find that the holidays make their condition “a lot” worse and 40% “somewhat” worse.”
Presidential candidate owes all Americans an apology after claiming that the U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Roberts "needs medication for schizophrenia," based on the logic of decisions in court rulings last week.
ABC decides to re-air a Modern Family Halloween episode that depicts a stigmatizing 'insane asylum' despite NAMI's backlash for the original airing one year ago.
NAMI has released the results of a survey showing that people living with schizophrenia use digital technology generally as much as the rest of the population—and in ways that help them cope with the effects of their condition.
With today’s decision to require providers to support text messaging to 988, the FCC has created a new vehicle for people to access help. The ability to text 988 will support at-risk communities, including youth and young adults, marginalized and underserved populations, and ...
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today released NAMI Say It Out Loud — a free virtual card game designed by young people, for young people — that is intended to prompt important conversations about life, relationships and mental health.
I’ve had depression and social anxiety for the last two years. You’re worth getting help. You may not see it, but it really does get better.
When I was about 13 years old, I told my parents that I didn’t feel right. They thought it was just a phase all teenagers go through.
This year I celebrated my 30th birthday. This is a milestone I did not think I would make it to.
I expanded my mindfulness and my ability to speak to others. I started to think of the glass as half full, rather than empty. Here I am, nine months later, stronger than ever.
I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder by four psychiatrists in college. My thoughts slowed, I could finally sleep, the depression kind of lifted.
For the most part, I really do enjoy the holidays…I just try to block out all of the many things that push me back into my shell.
Logically, I can acknowledge the gratitude I have for the people, opportunities and luxuries in my life. My mental health condition, however, is anything but logical.
You have the power to acknowledge your pain, your fear or even your mental health condition. I applaud those of you who have the strength to be vulnerable, real and open about your struggles. Because it is not easy. You are a true inspiration.
Proactive Media: Conference Calls An alternative to a press conference is a teleconference. They are simpler and easier to organize. The “stakes” are lower, which also means that the news value may not be as significant. A media advisory is sent to your media list announcin...
On Tuesday, July 23, the National Association of Broadcasters ( NAB ) launched their new “ OK2TALK ” campaign aimed at educating the public and encouraging youth to start a conversation about mental health. The campaign features a series of TV and radio PSAs to be used a...
“I have a crisis counselor in my pocket,” 18-year-old Samuel told me. “I love those people. They saved my life.” Like many teens, Samuel experiences depression and anxiety. These mental health conditions place him at a higher risk for suicide: the third leading cause of dea...
Understanding neural pathways in the brain may help reduce the symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).