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The Depression Boom: As US Population Ages, Mental Illness Rises
NAMI recently spoke with Dr. Dilip Jeste, a keynote speaker at the 2013 NAMI National Convention and an expert on mental illness in older populations. -
Experimental Brain Therapy and Antidepressant Combo Could Help Depression
A new research study has found that a brain stimulation therapy paired with antidepressants can reduce symptoms of depression. -
Carrie Fisher’s “Bipolar Incident” Shows Progress in Fighting Stigma
News coverage of Carrie Fisher's bipolar episode in late February shows a new and improved tone from the media. -
Parents of Children with Mental Illness Share their Stories with Congress
On Tuesday, parents and mental health leaders met with members of Congress to discuss how to improve access to mental health care. -
Entry on Mental Illness Added to AP Stylebook
The shooting in Newtown, Conn. helped prompt the Associated Press to change the way they instruct news agencies to talk about mental illness. -
The Friend You Forgot: A Book Review
Sometimes an imaginary friend is what you need to help you through difficult situations. -
Fallen Riviera: Another World Proposes a Turning Point
Members of the Los Angeles-based band were deeply affected by the suicide of a former band member's brother-in-law and have used the stage to raise awareness for mental health. -
Everybody Knows Somebody: National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating disorders specialist Andrea Vazzana spoke with NAMI to provide insight into the illnesses that affect one in 20 Americans. -
Top Oscar Awards Connect to Mental Illness
The 85th Annual Academy Awards featured multiple winning films with links to the topic of mental health, including Silver Linings Playbook and Lincoln. -
The National Dialogue: NAMI Minnesota Talks with President Obama
Sue Abderholden, executive director of NAMI Minnesota, and others met with President Barack Obama this month to discuss how to improve mental health in the U.S.