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NAMI Ask The Expert: An Evidence-Based Conversation On Violence And Mental Illness
This webinar reviews the topic of violence and mental illness from an evidence-based framework. -
What Every Guy Should Know About Bipolar I Disorder
In fact, biologically men are less likely than women to be diagnosed with any mental illness, including bipolar disorder, says Ken Duckworth, M.D., NAMI CMO, and author of You Are Not Alone: The NAMI Guide to Navigating Mental Health. He believes that this has less to do with bipolar disorder and more to do with […] -
Mental health funding is fast becoming “the bipartisan issue of our time”
It’s widely acknowledged that there’s a desperate need for improved and expanded mental health services across the country—so much so that this is one of the few issues that appears to be gaining traction in both red and blue states. Significant investments have been made in recent months in bright red Montana and Texas and […] -
On the Job With Bipolar I Disorder
Living and working with bipolar is an “art, not a science,” says Ken Duckworth, M.D., NAMI CMO. That means, it takes time and creativity to figure out the right combination of medical interventions, including medications and regular therapy sessions, that will help you to live and work successfully with this disorder. Regardless of your current […] -
NAMI Book Promotions: This Holiday Season, Help Someone Know They Are Not Alone
Every time you purchase a copy of NAMI’s book this month, you can also gift one to a person or organization of your choice for free. -
Some experts say Santa’s ‘naughty or nice’ list can be harmful to children
Mental health experts checked the “naughty or nice” list in a 2019 NAMI YouTube video, “A Mental Health Message from Santa Claus.” In the clip Santa says, “I think I did this all wrong. It started with good intentions, a way to motivate behavior, to codify gift-giving, to streamline deliveries, but ‘naughty or nice’ — […] -
New NAMI-Ipsos Poll Finds a Majority of Americans Want Congress to Address the Mental Health Crisis
Today, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) released a new poll, conducted by Ipsos, that finds a bipartisan majority of Americans (86%) agree their elected officials need to do more to improve mental health care in the U.S., with only 7% that believe Congress is currently doing the right amount on this issue. -
NAMI Ask The Expert: Suicide In Pretrial Detention And Expanding The Crisis Care Continuum
Join us to learn more about how SIM reflects pathways to community-based behavioral health treatment both as a diversion from law enforcement interaction and as a post-release community reentry strategy. -
Leading Companies Pledge to Be StigmaFree with NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) today announced the members of its inaugural StigmaFree Workplace Advisory Council. The Council comprises corporate leaders representing diverse industries including technology, entertainment, health, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion, finance, and transportation. -
NAMI Ask The Expert: The Future Of WRAP With Founder Mary Ellen Copeland
Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a simple and powerful process for creating the life and wellness you want. Join us for an interactive discussion with WRAP founder Dr. Mary Ellen Copeland and a panel of WRAP experts to learn more about the importance of this evidence-based practice.