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Giving HUGS That Last Longer Than a Moment
One of the winners of last year's Connect4MentalHealth Innovation Awards, NAMI Collier County, shares the success they've had with their HUGS program. -
Minority Mental Health Isn’t a Minor Issue
In my time as a NAMI intern, I've learned that culture, race and ethnicity play a much bigger role in mental health than I ever knew. -
The Struggles of Depression and Anxiety
For a long time I’ve battled with social anxiety and depression. Here’s my story in hopes that this can help someone. In hopes that this can help me.
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Tell Me About Depression
Learn more about depression information, treatment and how to get help. -
“Please Like Me,” A TV Comedy With A Social Action Twist
NAMI held a screening of Please Like Me on Capitol Hill to raise awareness about mental illness. -
A CNN Story: It’s about NAMI, So Listen Up!
Recently unveiled by CNN is the powerful story of Stephanie Escamilla, her son “Daniel” and his experience living with mental illness. -
Get your smart phone ready and prepare to “Text, Talk, Act on Mental Health”
The Dec. 5 event is an important part of the National Dialogue on Mental Health and is expected to encourage even more participation.
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The Latino Paradox: Mental Health Appears to Not Be an Exception
Years ago, in a college class, I learned that socioeconomic status was commonly used as a predictor of health outcomes in most countries. -
Latinos: Has Mental Illness Knocked at Your Door?
NAMI commemorates National Hispanic Heritage Month by observing taking action against the effects immigration has on Latino communities. -
As School Doors Swing Open, NAMI Stands Ready to Help
The unthinkable Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy woke the nation up to the fact that more must be done to address mental health in communities across the country.