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Eric’s Story
I am a single dad who just happens to have a chronic mental illness. After years of struggling, I found a wonderful doctor that actually took his time going through my symptoms in detail. I was diagnosed with schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder/anxiety and major depression.
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Edith’s Story
I never imagined that I would come to learn about mental illness through a family member—my daughter.
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Imaj’s Story
My first-hand experience with mental illness happened three years ago, when my older brother Sovereign had his first mental break. The day it happened, we—my three other brothers, my mother and myself—didn't have a clue of what was going on. All we knew is that for several days straight Sovereign wasn't his normal self.
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Importance of Integrated Care Highlighted in International Report
International experts release report on integration of care for people living with schizophrenia. -
Researching the Rare: Childhood Onset Schizophrenia
Dr. Judith Rapoport joined this month’s Meet the Scientist Webinar Series to present on “Childhood-Onset Schizophrenia—The Study and Treatment.” -
How Shootings Stigmatize People Living with Mental Illness
When tragedies occur, such as the one at the Navy Yard in Washington, all Americans are deeply affected. -
Treating Apathy in Schizophrenia
In this month’s Ask the Doctor dialogue on adult issues, Dr. Stephen Marder, M.D. discussed treating apathy in schizophrenia. -
Mental Illness and the Death Penalty: NAMI Condemns Florida Execution
On Monday, Aug. 5 at 6:17 p.m., John Ferguson, a man living with severe mental illness, was put to death. -
Speaking Out for Minority Mental Health
While mental health conditions were part of my family’s story, it took me finding NAMI to realize this. -
FDA Investigates Two Deaths Following Injection of Long–Acting Antipsychotic Zyprexa Relprevv
The long-acting injectable used for the treatment of schizophrenia is under investigation.