Refine by
233 results found
-
Strategies for Living and Working Well with ADHD
More than three-fourths of adults who had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as children, still experience symptoms—and no matter the setting, it’s a challenge every day. Check out these productivity and self-help tips that may help provide relief. -
Pawing for Recovery
"Once I recovered from my stay at the hospital, I started doing research. I found out that therapy dog groups in my area were not servicing individuals experiencing mental illness, so I set out on a mission to bring free, animal-assisted therapy to the mental health community." -
Managing Your Mental Health During the Holidays
Managing mental illness is always challenging, but it can be particularly difficult during the holiday season. While the struggle can feel isolating, remember that you are far from alone. -
Keys to Managing Schizophrenia
"Schizophrenia is not a hopeless situation—people living with schizophrenia can experience recovery and live fulfilling lives. I’m an example of that." -
Sharing My Mental Health Journey on Stage
"I’ve learned that creatively expressing my emotions, thoughts, worries and fears through art—and sharing that art with others—helps my recovery. And I believe that no matter what you’re going through, the arts might be able to help you cope as well." -
Why Supporting NAMI is Part of My Mental Health Self-Care
"We all need help sometimes and we might even need more help than the people around us can provide. That’s why I support NAMI." -
Living With Suicide Loss
"Four months into life without Preston, every task overwhelmed me, from choosing clothes to wear to signing a birthday card…I insisted vehemently to myself that I wasn’t depressed. 'I’m just tired. I need a break,' went the script. But a break didn’t help." -
Can Stigma Prevent Employment?
People living with mental illness are typically held responsible and blamed for their behavior and symptoms. Simultaneously, they are perceived as unable to make decisions for themselves. This causes people with mental health conditions to be perceived as “unsuitable” for the workforce. -
Don’t Give Up Fighting
"It’s been nine years since I was discharged and I’m a healthy weight now. But my recovery hasn’t been simple; there have been times when I felt ready to welcome anorexia back in to my life. Fortunately, I was able to hang in there and I encourage you to do the same." -
NAMI Launches StigmaFree Company Video
NAMI is excited to share a new video-led group discussion tool and other resources for workplaces.