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NAMI Celebrates the Introduction of the 988 Implementation Act to Improve Crisis Services Nationwide
The 988 Implementation Act is a critical piece of legislation that will help us realize the potential of 988 to truly help people in crisis connect to effective care and make sure everyone has someone to talk to, someone to respond and somewhere to go in a crisis. -
NAMI Applauds Key Mental Health Investments Made in FY 2022 Federal Budget
With funding for this year nearly settled, Congress now must continue to increase this commitment to mental health. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, our nation’s mental health crisis is finally receiving the attention it demands. -
NAMI Applauds President Biden’s Focus on Mental Health in the State of the Union Address
NAMI applauds President Biden for his unprecedented focus on mental health in the State of the Union address, providing the national attention that our ongoing mental health crisis deserves. -
NAMI Statement on Rise of State Policies Harming LGBTQI Youth
NAMI strongly opposes any policy or legislation that limits or denies access to medical or mental health care or education based on someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. While there’s a higher prevalence of mental health conditions among LGBTQI youth and adults, only half received the mental health treatment they needed. -
NAMI Statement on New Federal Report on Mental Health Parity Enforcement
This report shines a spotlight on the disparities that remain for people affected by mental health conditions, despite the tremendous progress we’ve achieved. NAMI will not rest until we can achieve equitable mental health coverage in all forms of health coverage. -
NAMI Poll: Parents Want Mental Health Education in Schools, Mental Health Days Off for Students
NAMI’s poll finds that parents are deeply concerned about their children’s mental health and, importantly, understand the value of mental health awareness and treatment. We encourage parents to seek help for their children if they see signs that concern them. -
As Launch of 988 Mental Health Crisis Number Looms, NAMI Poll Finds Broad Support for the System and Fees to Fund It, Opposition to Police Response to Mental Health Crises
“By responding to a mental health crisis with mental health professionals, lives will be saved and people in crisis can get the right care when they need it most,” said Daniel H. Gillison Jr, NAMI CEO. -
This Mental Illness Awareness Week, NAMI Advocates for Increasing Mental Health Care Access
This MIAW, NAMI is highlighting our “Together for Mental Health” campaign, which focuses on the importance of improving the mental health care system. Each day throughout the week (Oct. 3 – 9), we will spread awareness about some of the most common barriers to mental health care people with mental illness face. We will accomplish this by raising the voices of those with lived experience and sharing their compelling stories. -
Americans Sigh in Relief and NAMI Praises the Supreme Court Decision to Uphold the ACA and Preserve Access to Health Insurance for Millions
Today’s Supreme Court decision upholding the ACA is both a victory and a sigh of relief for millions of Americans, especially people with mental illness. This decision means that insurance coverage options and protections for people with pre-existing conditions, like mental illness, will remain in place. -
Latest COVID-19 Relief Package Makes an Investment in Needed Mental Health Services
NAMI is grateful for the leadership of the President and leaders in Congress for making critical investments to improve the lives of people living with mental illness.