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Healing by Helping Others
In December 2011, I launched a global non-profit organization called The Siwe Project. -
A Shared Journey
Max Maddox and his mother Kathy Brandt weave together a beautiful and hopeful narrative describing his experience with bipolar disorder. -
Putting People in the Bipolar Driver’s Seat
Charles Bowden, M.D., an expert on bipolar disorder, will explore the importance of partnership, self-awareness and treatment strategies at the NAMI -
Postpartum Depression Affects 1 in 7 Mothers; Bipolar Rate Strikingly High, Study Finds
The largest study to date on postpartum depression has revealed some startling statistics. -
Battling from the Inside: The Devil in Silver by Victor LaValle
Pepper does not have a mental illness but finds himself suddenly placed in a psychiatric ward. He soon joins forces with three other residents to fight monsters outside and within. -
The Depression Boom: As US Population Ages, Mental Illness Rises
NAMI recently spoke with Dr. Dilip Jeste, a keynote speaker at the 2013 NAMI National Convention and an expert on mental illness in older populations. -
Experimental Brain Therapy and Antidepressant Combo Could Help Depression
A new research study has found that a brain stimulation therapy paired with antidepressants can reduce symptoms of depression. -
Carrie Fisher’s “Bipolar Incident” Shows Progress in Fighting Stigma
News coverage of Carrie Fisher's bipolar episode in late February shows a new and improved tone from the media. -
Parents of Children with Mental Illness Share their Stories with Congress
On Tuesday, parents and mental health leaders met with members of Congress to discuss how to improve access to mental health care. -
Bradley Cooper Speaks Out in National Dialogue on Mental Illness
Academy Award nominated actor of Silver Linings Playbook Bradley Cooper was in Washington, D.C. on Feb. 1 with Patrick Kennedy, NAMI and others to discuss the state of mental health in America.