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The Healing Power of NAMIWalks
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the NAMIWalks program, which has grown steadily since its inception in 2002, collectively raising over $111 million dollars for NAMI organizations and affiliates across the country. Most importantly, it has changed the way we talk about mental illness. -
NAMI in the News: 2016 in Review
Throughout the year, NAMI was mentioned in the news hundreds of times due to our efforts in spreading awareness, advocating for mental health reform and helping support individuals and families with mental health conditions. Here are some of our newsworthy highlights. -
Understanding What Causes Stigma
We often discuss how much of a problem stigma is and how much it impacts those who live with mental illness. However, it is somewhat rare for us to focus on the foundation stigma roots itself in. In this blog, we explore five possible components that may lead to stigma. -
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Mental Health Reform is a Law
The work of thousands of NAMI advocates has paid off. Congress heard NAMI’s voice through hundreds of thousands of phone calls, emails and tweets, and they answered. Now, more Americans will have access to the mental health care they need. -
Five Fingers, Five Reasons: How Knitting Comforted My Mom
Through knitting, a mother living with schizophrenia found a meaningful method to express her creativity and find relaxation for more than 50 years. Read her daughter's lovely tribute to the craft's mental health benefits.
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Tips to Stay Mentally Healthy While Traveling
Traveling has countless benefits: learning, exploring, trying new things, to name just a few. Here are a few ways to stay mentally healthy while on your trip.
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5 Tips for Fundraising Online for Mental Health
NAMI relies on the support on people like you. Here are some tips to make your online fundraiser as successful as it can be. -
Schizophrenia and Getting Older
Dr. Dilip Jeste points to four types of psychosocial treatments to ensure individuals with schizophrenia age successfully. -
Understanding Social Security Disability Insurance
It's important to know all of your options for help when living with a mental illness. -
Suicide Rates Rise Significantly Amongst Baby Boomers, Study Finds
A new study conducted by the CDC has shown that suicide rates for adults aged 35 to 64 have increased in the last decade and a half.