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Helping Kids With Anxiety: What to Do and Not Do
“It’s helpful for us to know that any sort of change – a transition or stressor – could lead to kids exhibiting some symptoms of anxiety,” says Dr. Christine Crawford, Associate Medical Director at NAMI. She cites starting a new school, transitioning into a new grade, moving to a new community, a death in the […] -
Hannah Wesolowski on Efforts to Increase Access to Mental Health Care
“We want people to get well and stay well. Mental health care should not be a luxury good, and the new Biden administration’s rules on mental health parity will help address this issue.” – NAMI’s Chief Advocacy Officer, Hannah Wesolowski, during her appearance on C-SPAN’s Washington Journal to discuss the new rule expanding access and […] -
11 Tips to Successfully Get Out of a Mental Rut, According to Psychologists
“If you are a person experiencing recurring negative thoughts, remember methods that have previously helped you cope with or stabilize past negative experiences.” — NAMI Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ken Duckworth. Looking for advice on overcoming a mental rut? Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ken Duckworth, alongside other experts, shares 11 practical tips to help […] -
Can Anxiety Cause Weight Loss? Experts Explain
Anxiety and stress are common experiences in our lives, but when they persist, they can profoundly affect our mental and physical health. While “anxiety” and “stress” are terms often used interchangeably, they differ in their origins and impacts. Ken Duckworth, MD, author and chief medical officer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)… -
Congressional Hearing in Harlem Tackles Black Men’s Mental Health
On Friday, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (FL-24), Chair of the U.S. Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys, and Reverend Al Sharpton hosted a field hearing with top mental health leaders on Suicide and Mental Health of Black Men and Boys. Mr. Daniel H. Gillison, Jr., CEO of the National Alliance on Mental […] -
Preventing suicides by Black males is focus of Harlem congressional hearing
It’s a difficult but important topic that often doesn’t get spoken about. However, on Friday, some leaders in Congress were on hand at a Harlem forum to listen to advocates give voice to the need for Black men and boys to have access to mental health resources. “Only 33% of Black adults with mental health […] -
Mother of Former Miss USA turns pain into purpose
April Simpkins is the mother of the late Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst. Kryst battled persistent, depressive disorder for years and unfortunately died by suicide on January 30th, 2022 at the age of 30. The final chapter of (her new) book includes notes from April Simpkins. She details the pain she felt from the moment […] -
Congress (Finally) Talks Black Male Mental Health
What’s not shown is the pressure many players feel at carrying their entire families, their neighborhoods and, to some extent, the wider community on their backs and shoulders. Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.) asked Marcus Smith II, a first-round draft pick of the Philadelphia Eagles in 2014, to discuss the toll that comes with success for […] -
Watch CBS Mornings: Cheslie Kryst’s book debuts posthumously
Former Miss USA and Extra correspondent Cheslie Kryst shared her excitement about writing her first book, finishing the manuscript shortly before she died by suicide in 2022, at age 30. Her family says she battled severe depression for years. Now, her mother, April Simpkins, is honoring her daughter’s wish by publishing her book. It’s called […] -
Suicide Is On The Rise For Young Americans, With No Clear Answers
In December 2021, the US surgeon general issued a rare public health advisory on the rising number of youth attempting suicide, singling out social media and the pandemic, which had “exacerbated the unprecedented stresses young people already faced”. The Covid pandemic could be a contributing factor, says Dr Christine Crawford, a psychiatrist and associate medical director […]