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Advancing Discovery for New, Better Treatments
NAMI is proud to share our new white paper: “Working Together to Advance Discovery and Reignite Hope: Advocacy, Academia, Industry and Government Push for New Mental Health Treatment Options.”
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Anxiety, the Sneaky Symptom
"I have bipolar II disorder. For me, anxiety is a large part of my condition. The symptoms of bipolar disorder are already very difficult to manage, and the anxiety I experience on top of it can feel completely debilitating." -
Maintaining Healthy Friendships with Mental Illness
While friendships can be challenging when you have mental illness, they are ultimately worth the effort. -
Growing up Without Mental Health Support
"It’s baffling, as a mental health advocate now, that no teacher, no adult or anyone close to me had noticed the warning signs. I had no therapy, no one asking me how I was doing. There were no questions about my wellbeing. I was just labeled as a shy child." -
Discussing Mental Illness with the Person You’re Dating
Telling a new partner about your mental illness can be scary, but it is a necessary step to have a healthy relationship. If you're unsure when and how to bring it up, here are a few tips.
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How the Digital Age Has Impacted Mental Health Care
"Despite what the Internet tells you, how many self-care apps you have or what your social media following suggests—there isn’t any replacement for professional mental health treatment." -
Self-Help Techniques for Coping with Mental Illness
Some common self-help suggestions people receive are to exercise, meditate and be more present, which are helpful and work for many people. However, other proven methods aren’t mentioned as often. -
How to Use Journaling as a Coping Tool
Journaling can help someone with mental illness track their symptoms, understand their triggers and see patterns of behavior. Here's how to approach journaling in an effective way. -
Combatting the Loneliness of Mental Illness
When you have mental illness, it can be hard to find others who understand. And the loneliness can make symptoms even worse, creating a cycle of isolation. Here are a few ways to stay connected even during challenging phases of mental illness. -
Conquering Each Day with Dissociative Identity Disorder
"Sharing a mind and body with several unique identities ensures a chaotic life. However, I’ve found that we [my "parts" and I] have the power to safely guide ourselves by implementing helpful interventions."