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Press And Media

Welcome to the NAMI Newsroom! Every day, the media publishes stories about mental health. As a leading voice in the mental health community, NAMI can help journalists and thought leaders shape their messages by providing knowledgeable spokespeople, statistics and personal stories of people living with mental illness.

 

 

 

NAMI has numerous resources available for the press and media, including:

 

  • Press Releases: Browse through statements and announcements from NAMI about the latest mental health news.
  • Public Service Announcements and Videos: View and download from NAMI’s broadcast-ready video archive of inspirational stories, PSAs, educational shorts and more.
  • Surveys and Reports: Read the latest opinion surveys and policy reports to explore the experiences of individuals, families, caregivers and members of the public on an array of important topics.
  • Infographics and Statistics: Learn the latest information on mental health and download statistics in easily-digestible and readable infographics.
  • Media Partnerships: Learn about NAMI’s partnerships with media outlets and productions.
  • Spokespersons: Lend a voice to your story. From thought leaders to psychiatrists to people with lived experience, NAMI has the right expert for your piece.

Recent Press Release

Celebrating Three Years of the 988 Crisis Line: Awareness Grows but Americans Want Improvements to Mental Health Care, New NAMI Poll Shows

July 16, 2025

Arlington, VA — Marking today’s third anniversary of 988 becoming available nationwide, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released new resources highlighting the continued need for policymakers across the country to invest in and expand mental health crisis services. While awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has risen to its highest level […]

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In July and Beyond: Honoring Bebe Moore Campbell’s Legacy

July 8, 2025

Join NAMI in turning silence into strength, stigma into understanding, and hope into action. ARLINGTON, Va. — As the nation marks Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month this July, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) honors the lasting impact of the late author, advocate, and NAMI Urban Los Angeles co-founder. Campbell […]

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NAMI Statement on Final Passage of Bill Cutting Medicaid for Millions of Americans

July 3, 2025

Arlington, VA — Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, legislation that will drastically cut critical programs like Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and leave millions of Americans without access to critical health care and support. The bill now goes to the president’s desk, and he […]

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PRESS CONTACT

Email: media@nami.org

NAMI HelpLine is available M-F, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. ET. Call 800-950-6264,
text “NAMI” to 62640, or email. In a crisis, call or text 988 (24/7).