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Why You Struggle with Self-Care
Self-care isn't meant to be challenging or time consuming or budget-breaking. Self-care is meant to help you feel refreshed and recharged. -
Why Crisis Intervention Team Training Should Be the Standard
Crisis intervention team (CIT) training educates officers on recognizing when individuals have mental illness and are symptomatic, de-escalating crises and navigating people toward resources and help. Learn more about CIT and why it should be implemented nationally. -
It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, Even If You Are a Professional
"I knew I was not well. But I was conflicted. The stigma with mental health treatment is a real thing for someone who works in the mental health field." -
NAMI Applauds FCC Leadership on 9–8–8 Crisis Number
NAMI applauds Chairman Ajit Pai and the FCC for their leadership on this issue and strongly supports the creation of a national 3-digit number as an essential part of a network of services and supports for people experiencing a mental health crisis. -
Preventing and Preparing for a Mental Health Crisis
Crisis is often the most difficult part of mental illness. However, if you know how to prevent a crisis, how to handle one and what to expect, it can make things easier for individuals and their family members during the hardest times. -
How Writing to Myself Helped Me Cope with Panic Attacks
"When I could, I typed out messages to myself on my phone from this calm part of me. Reading them later during a panic attack gave me hope and courage." -
3 Ways to Address Your Depression with Your Partner
Depression can be a hard thing to talk about. But it's important for those closest to us to know what we are facing. -
Through the Eyes of a Young Caregiver
"She was my single loving parent, my trusted source, my caregiver. As time passed, our roles of mother and daughter – caregiver and care receiver – switched. Momma needed me as I learned time and time again." -
Techniques to Spot Childhood Depression
Spotting childhood depression can be challenging, but with careful observation, we can identify symptoms and get children the help they need. -
The Importance of Community and Mental Health
Community can be defined in many ways, but when simplified down to its most important element, community is all about connection. Feeling like you belong, and like you're a part of something, can be very beneficial to your mental health.