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Learning to Survive When It’s Your Job to Witness Tragedies
Former highway patrol officer, Andy O' Hara, opens up about PTSD and his efforts to prevent law enforcement suicide. -
NAMI Homefront: Helping Families and Supporting Service Members
Having a family member serve in the military can be difficult, but there are certain programs of support to help you through those challenges. One of those programs is NAMI Homefront, which is a peer-education program developed specifically for families of military service members and veterans who have experienced a mental health condition. -
A Little More Time
I have a constant desire to spread a positive message that there is hope for those living with mental illness. There is no reason to feel ashamed.
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Act Now to Advance First Episode Psychosis Programs
NAMI and NIMH are collaborating on Capitol HIll briefting announcing the official results from a multi-year study on First Episode Psychosis (FEP) programs. -
I Now Have Hope
By taking my medication and using coping skills, I have learned to face my fears. Today I have more hope, a better diagnosis and a promising future.
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Stopping Schizophrenia in Its Tracks
When the right supports and services are available, tragedies can be prevented. -
Trying to Test for Psychosis Risk
Most people think of the onset of psychosis as sudden, but there are often warning signs that precede an episode. Knowing what to look for provides the best opportunity for early intervention. -
The Prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) in the Lives of Juvenile Offenders
The study of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and their negative repercussion on adult health outcomes is well documented. In a population of insured Californians, a dose-response relationship has been demonstrated among 10 ACEs and a host of chronic physical health, mental health, and behavioral outcomes. -
Yashi’s Story
I was living drug free in a loving family environment. But I was also living with deep internal pain and severe depression…
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Fighting to Prevent Military Suicides
The U.S. Army's Ready and Resilient Campaign aims to prevent suicides and eliminate the stigma of seeking mental health treatment.