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NAMI Statement on Law Enforcement Pepper-Spraying a 9-yr-old Girl During a Crisis Call
NAMI believes that responses to situations like this family’s crisis should be met by well-trained mobile crisis teams that provide the de-escalation, help and support people need. -
On Inauguration Day, NAMI Calls for Addressing Mental Health: the Silent Epidemic within the Pandemic
As the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) congratulates President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on their inauguration today. NAMI looks forward to working with the new administration to build better lives for the millions of people in our country who are affected by mental illness. -
NAMI Statement on the Killing of Patrick Warren Sr.
The lack of access to mental health care is clearly contributing to people experiencing crises — many of which are inherently avoidable if people get the right care at the right time. -
A Letter to Those Struggling with Mental Illness
You are not a burden. Your loved ones will not leave you. You are not to blame for your illness. It was not anything you did or said. -
NAMI’s Statement on Violent Attack on the Nation’s Capitol
NAMI released the following statement today from CEO Daniel H. Gillison Jr., regarding the violent takeover of the U.S. Capitol building. -
What Is a Pooled Special Needs Trust?
When an illness impacts the individual’s ability to work or manage their finances, a plan is necessary to ensure careful management of funds. -
Talking to Your Kids About Psychiatric Medications
Whether or not to take psychiatric medication is a huge decision. Here is an expert's advice on how parents can approach that conversation with their child. -
NAMI Announces Sherman Gillums, Jr. as Chief Strategy and Operations Officer
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is excited to welcome Sherman Gillums, Jr. to the organization in the newly created position of Chief Strategy and Operations Officer. -
What Can I Do to Be There for My Loved One with Mental Illness?
"It’s simple. Be there for them." -
NAMI Frontline Wellness Launches on World Mental Health Day
In an effort to support frontline professionals with their immediate and future mental health needs—today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has launched NAMI Frontline Wellness: a COVID-19 mental health initiative in partnership with #FirstRespondersFirst.